Lady Bird Lake Still Closed Due to Floodgates | Austin News

Austin’s boating scene is on hold as Lady Bird Lake and part of the Colorado River stay closed for another 48 hours—thanks to dangerous floodgate releases from Tom Miller Dam. Officials warn of fast currents, floating debris, and high bacteria levels, making jet skis, kayaks, and other watercraft off-limits. While Austin Water keeps floodgates at Longhorn Dam open, waiting for conditions to stabilize, safety remains the top priority. With waterways tightly linked, this shutdown underscores how weather and infrastructure can sideline recreation for days—or longer. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/836e0629aa826bce