LCRA

Where the Colorado River meets the Gulf. 🌊
A pretty good view from Matagorda Bay.

When the City of Fredericksburg needed an old, unused radio tower removed near the visitor center, our Transmission crews were ready to help.

The crew safely dismantled the tower piece by piece earlier this week - with a little help from a crane and some pretty good views. 🏗️

City of Fredericksburg, TX - Local Government

Water when it matters most. 💧🚒

After receiving an LCRA community grant, Highland Lakes Canine Rescue installed a 29,000-gallon rainwater catchment system that's now providing critical water access to firefighters across Burnet and Blanco counties. In an area without fire hydrants, this tank ensures first responders have the water they need to protect lives and property when every second counts. We're proud to support innovative solutions that keep our communities safe!

December 2026 projections are here! 🌊 Here's what our model shows for the Highland Lakes:

Lake Travis ranges from 681-672 feet | Lake Buchanan ranges from 1,020-1,017 feet

Our reservoirs are working year-round to serve our communities' water needs and manage seasonal flooding. Using 75+ years of weather data, these projections show realistic scenarios based on where we stand today. Whether conditions trend wetter or drier, these insights help everyone prepare. See the full 6-month outlook: https://www.lcra.org/water/highland-lakes-overview/

When your yard starts crying at the curb, cycle and soak can help. 💙

During intense summer heat, dry or compacted soil may not be able to absorb a long, continuous watering cycle fast enough. That means more water can run off into the street instead of reaching your lawn’s roots.

Instead of running your sprinklers for one long stretch, break that time into shorter watering cycles with a 30-60 minute pause in between. That gives the water time to soak into the soil instead of running down the curb. Less runoff waste, more water where your lawn can actually use it.

It's time to change how you water.💧

More info: https://www.lcra.org/download/preventing-runoff-with-cycle-and-soak-irrigation/?wpdmdl=29533

Why is the Lake Austin drawdown happening in fall instead of winter?

Historically, lake drawdowns took place in the winter. But after Winter Storm Uri in 2021, we changed that approach to help ensure hydroelectric generators at dams along the Highland Lakes are fully available during the cold winter months.

During extreme winter weather, electricity demand can rise dramatically and other power sources can be affected. Keeping the lakes at normal operating levels helps ensure LCRA can generate hydropower if needed to support grid reliability - helping keep power available for Texas homes, businesses and essential services.

That’s why planned lake drawdowns now take place in the fall.

At the request of the City of Austin, we will draw down Lake Austin from Oct. 12 through Nov. 30, 2026, to allow shoreline property owners and City departments to perform needed maintenance.