Active warnings, closed crossings, and dam operations. For life-safety decisions use official sources directly.
14 closed and 3 under caution of 2468 tracked low-water crossings. Updated 4 min ago. Data: ATXfloods. Never drive around a barricade.
| Gauge | Stage | Bankfull | Flood stage | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado River at Wharton | 18.4 ft | 20 ft | 39 ft | 1.6 ft below bankfull |
| Pedernales River near Johnson City | 10.5 ft | 13 ft | 14 ft | 2.5 ft below bankfull |
| Sandy Creek at Hwy 71 near Kingsland | 5.4 ft | 8 ft | 12 ft | 2.6 ft below bankfull |
| Colorado River at Matagorda | 2.0 ft | 5 ft | 9 ft | 2.8 ft below bankfull |
| Llano River near Mason | 8.1 ft | 11 ft | 18 ft | 2.9 ft below bankfull |
Buchanan Dam · Lake Buchanan · 1,019.8 ftgates closed
No gate operations to pass floodwaters are expected.
The expected range for the level of Lake Buchanan is 1,019.5 to 1020 ft msl for the next several days.
Inks Dam · Lake Inks · 887.1 ftgates closed
Flow over the spillway is not expected (Inks Dam has no floodgates).
The level of Inks Lake is expected to remain within its normal operating range.
Wirtz Dam · Lake LBJ · 824.7 ftgates closed
No gate operations to pass floodwaters are expected.
The level of Lake LBJ is expected to remain within its normal operating range.
Starcke Dam · Lake Marble Falls · 736.4 ftgates closed
No gate operations to pass floodwaters are expected.
LCRA has closed the last floodgate at Mansfield Dam on Wednesday, July 22. Floodgate operations at Mansfield Dam have concluded.
Multiple floodgates at Tom Miller Dam remain open.
Read more about the Mansfield Dam flood pool here, Mansfield Dam Flood Operations - LCRA - Energy, Water, Community.
Flows will be fast and water levels will be higher than usual downstream of the dams. Take action to protect people and property.
Conditions are dynamic and may change rapidly with additional rainfall or higher inflows. Additional floodgate operations may be necessary during this event. LCRA is closely monitoring conditions and encourages the public to remain alert to local conditions and be prepared to take protective actions. See the hydromet.lcra.org for the latest real-time data on rainfall, streamflow and lake levels.
When flash flooding occurs, avoid unnecessary travel. If you must travel, don't drive into flooded roadways. Remember "Turn around, don't drown."
Unscheduled releases from the Highland Lakes dams may occur suddenly and unexpectedly at any time due to emergency hydroelectric generation or other reasons. The public should exercise caution and avoid being in the water near the dams at all times.
Narrative: LCRA. Alerts: National Weather Service.
The level of Lake Marble Falls is expected to remain within its normal operating range.
Mansfield Dam · Lake Travis · 681.3 ftgates closed
No gate operations to pass floodwaters are expected.
The level of Lake Travis is slowly receding and is expected to reach 681 ft msl in the next 24 to 36 hours.
Miller Dam · Lake Austin · 492.4 ftpassing floodwater
Two floodgates are open..
While floodwater is being passed though Lake Austin, the lake level may vary from its normal operating range.
Bastrop Dam · Lake Bastrop · 449.7 ftgates closed
No gate operations to pass floodwaters are expected.
The level of Lake Bastrop is expected to remain within its normal operating range.
Gate status and lake levels: LCRA. Readings are provisional.