| Austin

Advertise | Careers | Company Info | Support Us
LOGIN
Select your community Support Us
News

Government

Business |
Development |
Dining |
Education |
Election |
Government |
Health Care |
Real Estate |
Transportation |
Government
Travis County emergency response officials announced the opening of a temporary low-water crossing July 14 at the Sandy Creek Bridge after severe flooding. (Sam Schaffer/Community Impact)

July 15 update: The latest on recovery efforts for Travis County deadly flooding

By Haley McLeod

Travis County officials offer updates on flooding recovery efforts as they shift to more long-term strategies.

More Government News

T.C. Broadnax
Austin's $6.25B proposed budget would increase resident ...
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)
Travis County partially lifts ban on waterway ...
The city of Hutto was the fastest-growing city in the Austin area in 2024, and ranked 13th overall in the nation, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
Central Texas cities join, drop out of ...
President Donald Trump speaks during a July 11 roundtable in Kerrville, after he toured sites that were hit by deadly flooding a week earlier. (Screenshot courtesy the White House)
President Trump visits Hill Country flood sites amid criticism of emergency response
Berms and swales in gardens and backyards are just one example of utilizing regenerative agriculture, a practice focused on environmental restoration. (Elisabeth Jimenez/Community Impact)
Locals turn to regenerative agriculture in times of drought; how to DIY
The Pearl Townhomes will feature 55 residential units, while The Pearl’s apartment community will feature 322 units. (Courtesy The Morgan Group)
6 trending stories for the Lake Travis, Westlake areas in the last month
Stock photo of an irrigation system sprinkler
Southwestern Travis County downgrades drought level, plans to restrict well drilling in drought
man watering grass
Brown grass bill supported by Bee Cave, Lakeway passes
AFA Bob Nicks
Austin fire chief criticized over deployments during deadly floods; firefighters union calls no-confidence vote
Floodwaters left widespread damage to homes across Northwest Travis County. (Sam Schaffer/Community Impact)
Travis County officials outline recovery resources for those impacted by severe flooding
water tower reading "Lakeway"
Lakeway appoints new members to boards following charter election
Trees washed up on the San Gabriel River Park Bridge near the Katy Crossing Trailhead at San Gabriel Park July 7. (Anna Maness/Community Impact)
How Texans can help those impacted by the Central Texas floods
Austin Public Health urges Austin-Travis County residents to use mosquito prevention techniques amid increased rainfall. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Public health officials urge Austin-area residents to take mosquito precautions following heavy rainfall