Report: https://hydromet.lcra.org/floodstatus

Last Update: Jul 4 2025 1:28PM

LCRA plans to open multiple floodgates at Wirtz Dam and at Starcke Dam mid to late afternoon today (Friday, July 4) to release storm runoff flowing into Lake LBJ from the Llano River. The runoff is flowing from Lake LBJ into Lake Marble Falls. Flows downstream will be fast and water levels will be higher than usual downstream of the dams. Please take action to protect people and property that may be affected.

Heavy rainfall overnight in the Hill County has led to a rise on many tributaries in the upper basin. Rain is continuing to fall, and conditions can change rapidly.

See the http://www.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.

Hondo Powell

Lower Colorado River Authority | Vice President, Regional Affairs
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