Texas flooding: Travis County provides update on response, recovery
Texas floods: Abbott speaks on damage & recovery
Gov. Abbott spoke about the heartache people are still feeling and how the weather continues to hamper response efforts in Central Texas and in Kerr County. He also spoke about how 25 different states have sent teams to Texas to help with the response
TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas - Travis County officials are continuing to work together to support residents impacted by devastating flooding.
"We are making progress throughout Travis County," said Travis County Judge Andy Brown. "I am proud of the work our dedicated staff and partner organizations are accomplishing. Together with our community members, we will get through this event."
Anyone affected by the recent floods is encouraged to report damage here.
Texas floods: Debris found in Lake Travis
Most of the waterways along the Highland Lakes chain are now open, but officials with the LCRA are advising caution if you are hitting the water this weekend.
July 14 flooding update
At this time, there are nine people dead and three more missing or unidentified in Travis County.
Recovery teams are continuing to search affected areas.
Sandy Creek Bridge
A temporary low water crossing at the Sandy Creek Bridge is now open to two-way traffic.
The crossing marks the first step to restoring access to the area following the severe flooding.
Drivers are urged to use caution.
More information on roads is as follows:
A large dumpster for residents of the Sandy Creek Community is on the north side of the bridge.
The bridge is open to foot traffic.
The dumpster is intended for the disposal of daily household trash only.
Temporary crossing now open over Big Sandy Creek
A temporary low water crossing is now open over Big Sandy Creek. It was built by Travis County and is allowing residents of a Northwest Leander community to bring in heavy equipment and rebuild after the July 4th flood.
Resource recovery center
The multi-agency Flood Resource Recovery Center remains open at Danielson Middle School, at 1061 Collaborative Way in Leander.
Available services include showers, hot meals, food boxes, cleaning supplies, health screenings, mental health support, and access to crisis cleanup and case management resources.
The center is open from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Volunteers
A new volunteer reception center will open starting Tuesday, July 15 at Plain Elementary School (LISD) at 501 S. Brook Dr. in Leander.
It will be open from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
Anyone interested in volunteering is welcome to report to the VRC during its hours of operation.
Prior registration is not required to volunteer. However, those interested are encouraged to visit the Austin Disaster Relief Network (ADRN) website to view available volunteer opportunities and register online.
Texas floods: Big Sandy Creek flood survivor reacts
A survivor of the Big Sandy Creek flood said two large trees kept several homes and several people from being swept away this past weekend.
Donations
The Austin Disaster Relief Network says the best way for the public to support is through monetary donations, which can be made here.
If you have a specific item you’d like to donate, fill out ADRN’s in-kind donation form on that page, and ADRN will reach out when the need arises.
Transportation
CapMetro and Leander ISD are providing buses.
They run from 6 a.m. until 7 p.m. on weekdays between Round Mountain Baptist Church, Leander Park & Ride, HEB on Hero Way, and the resource center. The buses will run regularly throughout the day.
Debris pickup
Starting July 14, Travis County will begin picking up flood debris in certain neighborhoods.
The following roads will receive this free curbside pickup service, though the list is subject to change:
- Long Hollow Loop
- Summit View Drive
- Layne Loop
- Long Hollow Trl
- Sheel Hollow Trl
- Juniper Trl
- Yaupon Trl
- Juniper Ct
- Windy Valley Drive
- Round Mountain Road
- Big Sandy Drive
- Sandy Meadow Cir
- Pecan Hollow
- Sunset Hollow
- Cold Spring Dr.
- A portion of Nameless Road is highlighted on the attached map
Debris must be sorted and placed separately into certain categories:
- Appliances (Example: refrigerators, washers, dryers, air conditioners, stoves, water heaters, dishwashers)
- Construction and demolition materials (Example: drywall, lumber, carpet, furniture, plumbing)
- Brush and vegetation – tree trunks and limbs must be less than 10’ long
- Hazardous waste (Example: oil, batteries, paint, cleaning supplies)
- Electronics (Example: televisions, computers, phones, gaming consoles)
Household trash will not be accepted.
If debris is not separated into these categories, it will not be picked up.
Debris should be placed along the road at the edge of your property without blocking the road or access to property.
Questions about debris placement can be directed to TCflooddebris@traviscountytx.gov.
Ban on Lake Travis
Travis County Judge Andy Brown updated his executive order that bans and prohibits all recreational use of the waterways in certain parts of Lake Travis due to hazards in the floodwaters.
As of Sunday, July 13, the ban applies to Lake Travis upstream of mile marker 36 and upstream of Sandy Creek Park. Areas of Lake Travis downstream of mile marker 36 remain open.
The Source: Information from Travis County officials