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LCRA opens floodgates at Tom Miller, Mansfield dams as Lake Travis rises
Summary by The Austin Editorial Desk · As published by CBS Austin
· July 18, 2026
· 1 min read
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Following heavy rainfall, water levels at Lake Travis have increased. To manage the situation, flood control measures were implemented. The Lower Colorado River Authority took action on Saturday…
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Key takeaway Further information on this situation can be found through CBS Austin, which reported on the details of the floodgate openings at Tom Miller and Mansfield dams.
Following heavy rainfall, water levels at Lake Travis have increased. To manage the situation, flood control measures were implemented. The Lower Colorado River Authority took action on Saturday.
This involved opening floodgates to release excess water downstream. Further information on this situation can be found through CBS Austin , which reported on the details of the floodgate openings at Tom Miller and Mansfield dams.
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Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Austin ·
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