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The ban was updated July 13 to reflect that only areas upstream of mile marker 36 and Sandy Creek Park will remain closed. (Courtesy Lower Colorado River Authority)
Lake Travis | Westlake

Travis County partially lifts ban on waterway use following recent floods

By Karoline Pfeil

Areas upstream of mile marker 36 and Sandy Creek Park will remain closed, according to Travis County.

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