Summary
LCRA just opened up the floodgates at Wirtz and Starcke dams, so you'll want to watch out for rising water and sudden flooding near the river. High water can catch you off guard, so stay alert if you live or hang out near the water.
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Impact analysis
Property owners near the water could face steep repair bills if the rising water damages their homes, docks, or vehicles.
Downstream residents and dam operators benefit from the controlled release, which prevents catastrophic dam failure upstream.
People living right along the riverbanks or anyone trying to drive through flooded local roads are at immediate risk.
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