INDEX-Water

Achieving balance between floods and droughts
Careful management of river and lakes ensures ample clean water and safer recreation

For information on LCRA Water Services, visit:

	River and Weather
	Stay up-to-date on the latest information on river and weather conditions throughout the lower Colorado River watershed.

	Dams and Lakes
	LCRA operates six dams on the lower Colorado River in Central Texas: Buchanan, Inks, Wirtz, Starcke, Mansfield and Tom Miller.

	Residential Water Utilities
	LCRA operates more than three dozen water and wastewater systems throughout Central Texas.

	Save Water
	Saving water helps everyone. Find out how and get information on specific topics.

	Water Supply
	Managing the region's water supplies requires careful planning and conservation. Learn more

	Floods
	Intricate infrastructure, expertise and cooperation help reduce flood damages. Learn more

	Protecting Water Quality
	Protecting water quality in the lakes and river is a vital part of LCRA's mission. The State of Texas gives LCRA responsibility for protecting the waters of the lower Colorado River basin.

	Water Recreation & Safety
	With so many locations a short drive from cities, LCRA lakes, parks and river sites are ideal for connecting people with the environment of Central and South Texas. Learn more

	Water Maps
	View maps of LCRA water facilities.

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save water

Get tips to conserve water, how-to videos, water schedules and more on the Save Water home page.

LCRA-SAWS Water Project

Read the latest on LCRA's long-range water supply agreement with the San Antonio Water System.

Redbud Center

The Wilkerson Center for Colorado River Education at Redbud tells the story of the Colorado River that flows through the heart of Texas and touches the lives of more than 1 million people. Learn more

Report water quality issues

Do you have a water quality concern or complaint? Notify LCRA using our revamped form.

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GILLELAND CREEK STUDY

LCRA, in cooperation with other local, state and federal agencies, is developing a plan to improve water quality in the Gilleland Creek watershed in northeast Travis County.

See Gilleland Creek project.