The West Central Texas Municipal Water District has reopened three boat docks at Hubbard Creek Reservoir, according to a news release.

Recent rains raised the water level sufficiently to allow three boat ramps to be reopened to the public.

Available for use for the first time since low water levels forced their closure in 2012 are The Bob Clark Landing, along U.S. Highway 180, Peeler's Pier and Corley Ramp.

Previously only the Paul Prater Landing near the dam was available for public launching, which made the site quite busy during weekends.

Thursday's reservoir level was 1173.17 feet above mean sea level. It had gained 4.46 feet as a result of recent storms.

WCTMWD General Manager Chris Wingert said there is a considerable amount of floating debris on the water brought in by the recent rains. Boaters should use caution, especially when traveling in the upper reaches of the reservoir.

Peeler's Pier recreation area has been open for about two months but was restricted to dock and bank fishing use only.