City of Georgetown engineers, inspectors and contractors have confirmed the south Austin Avenue bridge over the San Gabriel River is safe to reopen.
The bridge had previously been closed following a sharp rise in the river’s water level July 5.
The details
The trails under the Austin Avenue bridges will remain closed until further notice, according to a post on the city’s Facebook.
The western side of the north bridge will also stay closed for ongoing construction.
Looking ahead
Officials said in the post the city may need to close one lane of the south bridge over the next few weeks to address scaffolding issues.
The city encourages motorists to use caution and follow traffic signage when driving in the area.
Posted July 8, 2:19 p.m.
All trail crossings from Booty’s Crossing into San Gabriel Park are closed until further notice, according to a city of Georgetown news post.
What residents should know
All trail crossings will be flooded while the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers conducts a limited water release from the nearby dam.
As crews evaluate damages, residents are encouraged to avoid:
- San Gabriel Park and trails
- Blue Hole Park and trails
- Randy Morrow Trail
- Heritage Community Garden
- The south Austin Avenue bridge
“Georgetown still has a ways to go for recovery,” the post states.
How to help
Community Impact has compiled information about how to apply for recovery assistance and help those impacted by the disaster. Find out more information here.
