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November 2025 Water Resources Outlook

NWS Southeast River Forecast Center

Date: 11/20/2025

November 2025 review of Southeast Rivers for the past month and an outlook on factors that will impact future streamflows…

October 2025 Water Resources Outlook

NWS Southeast River Forecast Center

Date: 10/20/2025

The Southeast River Forecast Center October 2025 Water Resources Outlook. This outlook reviews recent influences on Southeast US streamflow's and provides an outlook of the coming months streamflow influences…

September 2025 Water Resources Outlook

NWS Southeast River Forecast Center

Date: 9/22/2025

The Southeast River Forecast Center September 2025 Water Resources Outlook. This outlook reviews recent influences on southeast US streamflow's and provides an outlook of the coming months streamflow influences…

What Will the Long July 4 Holiday Weekend Be Like on the Water for Boaters?

BoatUS News

Date: 6/30/2025

TowBoatUS predicts more than 2,500 requests for on-water assistance SPRINGFIELD, Va., June 30, 2025 – When NOAA, The Weather Channel and even the Farmer’s Almanac all agree this summer will be hotter than average, boaters know they will need to prepare for the heat. However, on America’s July 4…

Water Resources Outlook for September 2023

National Weather Service

Date: 9/21/2023

Southeast River Forecast Center Water Resources Outlook for September 2023 addressing flooding and drought issues across the southeast U.S…

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• River: Colorado River (Texas)
• Surface Area: 1,830 Acres
• Maximum Depth: 75 feet

Lake Austin is located on the Colorado River in Austin, Texas. The reservoir was formed in 1939 by the construction of Tom Miller Dam by the Lower Colorado River Authority. Lake Austin is one of the seven Highland Lakes created by the Lower Colorado River Authority. It is used for electrical power generation, flood control, and recreation. Lake Austin has been stocked with several species of fish including largemouth bass, catfish, and sunfish, making it a popular fishing destination.

RESERVOIR CONTROLLING AUTHORITY:

Lower Colorado River Authority
3700 Lake Austin Blvd.
Austin, Texas 78703
(512) 473-3200 or 1(800) 776-5272

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