Burnet County tells LCRA to cut off water to Garwood

Posted: Wed, 10 Jul 2013 08:11 AM - 11,622 Readers

The Burnet County Commissioners Court voted Tuesday to ask the Lower Colorado River Authority to suspend the release of water from the Highland Lakes for use by the Garwood irrigation district for a second rice crop this summer.

The commissioners approved a letter written by Tom Harrison, who owns homes on Lake Travis and Lake Buchanan, to LCRA General Manager Becky Motal that read, "Due to the continuing drought conditions and rapidly deteriorating storage levels of drinking water that over a million people depend on, we would like to ask that second crop water for Garwood be suspended.”

Harrison, a member of the Central Texas Water Coalition group of citizens, business owners and others who advocate for better management of the water in the Lake Travis and Lake Buchanan reservoirs, wrote the letter and asked commissioners to approve it and send it to Motal.

"We understand that this drought has been hard on all users that depend on the Colorado river basin but we feel that these low storage levels this early in the summer are very dangerous as the forecast does not hint at any relief,” the letter continued.

* Story Contributed by: James Walker

[edit]

Lake Travis News

Alerts

LCRA to reopen Lake Travis for public use Wednesday Nov 6, 2018	34,650 Readers
LCRA: Lakes could open by Nov. 2 depending on conditions Oct 30, 2018	28,333 Readers
Mansfield Dam floodgates to close starting Thursday Oct 30, 2018	31,265 Readers
LCRA will not open more gates at Mansfield Dam at this time Oct 18, 2018	29,440 Readers
Lago Vista residents prepare to evacuate due to flooding of Lake Travis Oct 18, 2018	33,423 Readers
An incredible view of an open Mansfield Dam : Youtube video Oct 18, 2018	29,782 Readers
Lake Travis expected to hit highest level since 1991 by Friday Oct 17, 2018	27,569 Readers
Hike and bike trail on Lady Bird Lake closed due to rising water Oct 17, 2018	26,826 Readers
Lake Travis expected to open 4 more floodgates. Take Precaution Oct 17, 2018	30,565 Readers
Record number of Mansfield dam floodgates could open Oct 17, 2018	23,108 Readers

Entertainment

Alamo’s Jaws on the Water is back to scare you while you float on Lake Travis May 15, 2018	27,706 Readers
This student’s wakeboarding graduation photoshoot is so epic she deserves another degree May 8, 2018	25,723 Readers
Here’s why you can’t swim in Lady Bird Lake. Wait — you can’t swim in Lady Bird Lake? Aug 8, 2017	29,251 Readers
5 Ways to Try Paddleboarding in Austin Aug 4, 2017	28,152 Readers
Why Is Hippie Hollow Clothing-Optional? Jul 31, 2017	31,961 Readers
JAWS on the Water - Friday, June 30th Jun 27, 2017	27,673 Readers
Memorial Day Weekend watercraft ban on Lake Austin May 25, 2017	29,940 Readers
Travis County officials prep for Memorial Day weekend on Lake Travis May 23, 2017	27,504 Readers
West Austin 4-H Offers Opportunities Beyond Just Raising Animals Aug 9, 2016	37,732 Readers
Large Crowds Expected at Lake Travis For Holiday Weekend Jul 1, 2016	39,422 Readers

Weather

Lake levels falling fast as Texas drought continues Jul 27, 2022	14,928 Readers
Repairing Lake Travis homes damaged by flooding Nov 2, 2018	29,606 Readers
Lake Travis now more than 120 percent full Oct 17, 2018	22,942 Readers
Graveyard Point residents brace for flooding Oct 17, 2018	24,423 Readers
Floodgate Operations Underway at Local Lakes During Flooding Oct 16, 2018	24,436 Readers
As Flood Risk Increases, Austin Will Revisit Its Floodplain Building Rules Oct 15, 2018	24,699 Readers
Up to 35 days of 100-degree heat this summer in Austin area, LCRA says May 9, 2018	26,457 Readers
Lake Buchanan rises nearly 8 inches due to rain Aug 8, 2017	29,633 Readers
One floodgate open at Starcke Dam Aug 7, 2017	27,125 Readers
Driving on RM 620, I see islands sticking out of the lake. Is the drought returning? Jul 14, 2017	28,384 Readers

Sports

Spectacular catch highlights our High School Plays of the week Oct 16, 2018	22,488 Readers
Classic Berth, Big Payday On The Line At Toyota Bassmaster Texas Fest May 15, 2018	27,038 Readers
Several newcomers already set to play for Texas in 2017 Aug 7, 2017	28,424 Readers
PGA to Austin: We had lots of fun, so let’s do it again in 2017 Apr 1, 2016	38,710 Readers
Jordan Spieth Off To Good Start In Austin Return Mar 24, 2016	38,330 Readers
Katy vs Lake Travis game makes the list! Jan 13, 2016	36,007 Readers
Game of the week: Lake Travis (7-0) at Westlake (7-0) Oct 19, 2015	38,077 Readers
Lake Travis repeats as regional golf champions Apr 17, 2015	40,446 Readers
Lake Travis’ Bacon ties national HR record Mar 14, 2015	40,830 Readers
Westlake, Lake Travis sweep District 14-6A awards Mar 11, 2015	41,732 Readers

Business

Shack 512 Relaxed, lakeside dining accessible by car or by boat May 16, 2018	26,715 Readers
Residents addressing wildfire risks in Lake Travis, Westlake May 16, 2018	25,749 Readers
Ex-Point Venture water employee accused of misappropriating $65K May 16, 2018	26,310 Readers
West Lake Hills’ new drainage manual created in an effort to reduce flooding May 15, 2018	26,978 Readers
Round Rock City Council approves cost share for zebra mussel control in Lake Travis May 11, 2018	27,730 Readers
Nautical Boat Clubs Launches Lake Austin Location in Westlake May 5, 2018	27,447 Readers
City looking for help to curb storm drain pollution Aug 5, 2017	27,268 Readers
Apache Shores features waterfront views, trails, park Jul 14, 2017	26,533 Readers
10-year Mansfield Dam rehabilitation project will keep Austin safe Apr 27, 2017	27,866 Readers
Overflowing Lake Travis isn't all bad news for businesses Jun 8, 2016	36,465 Readers

Real Estate

Appraisal protest trend continues as assessments rise May 16, 2018	26,271 Readers
Go Inside This Lake Austin Remodel May 10, 2018	24,135 Readers
Modern guesthouse tower adds space, views to lakeside cabin Sep 28, 2017	29,396 Readers
A Striking Sanctuary in Texas Inspired by a Sand Dollar Aug 8, 2017	29,838 Readers
Contemporary Architectural Masterpiece on Lake Austin Jul 30, 2017	27,484 Readers
Lake Austin mansion with a Romeo and Juliet balcony, including dramatic backstory Jul 28, 2017	27,695 Readers
Midcentury-modern home overlooks Lake Austin, Pennybacker Bridge May 27, 2016	37,643 Readers
Lake Travis Waterfront Retreat Offered by Heritage Luxury Real Estate Auctions May 18, 2016	37,823 Readers
In Lago Vista, big dreams for $68 million ranch property May 14, 2016	37,747 Readers
This Texas Barn Mansion on Lake Travis is Out of This World May 6, 2016	41,562 Readers

News Archives 2013 - Select a Month