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12-07-2025
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Free curbside pickup for flood debris starts Monday on these Travis County roads
Flood debris pickup will begin on Monday in Travis County, as cleanup efforts continue in flood-ravaged areas. The initiative will focus on county-maintained roads in neighborhoods severely impacted by the recent flooding over the July 4 weekend, according to a news release issued by the Travis County Transportation and Natural Resources Department. Residents along the designated roads are being urged to place sorted debris at the curb over the weekend in preparation for pickup. The curbside collection is being offered free of charge. Austin benefits, ways to donate: How to help victims of Central Texas floods The following roads are slated for pickup, although the list may change as recovery operations continue: Long Hollow Loop Summit View Drive Layne Loop Long Hollow Trail Sheel Hollow Trail Juniper Trail Yaupon Trail Juniper Court Windy Valley Drive Round Mountain Road Big Sandy Drive Sandy Meadow Circle Pecan Hollow Sunset Hollow A portion of Nameless Road Residents must separate materials into the following categories: Appliances: Refrigerators, washers, dryers, air conditioners, stoves, and similar items Construction and demolition materials: Drywall, lumber, carpet, furniture, plumbing items Brush and vegetation: Tree trunks and limbs (limited to under 10 feet in length) Hazardous waste: Oil, batteries, paint, and cleaning products Electronics: Televisions, computers, phones, and gaming systems Household trash will not be accepted as part of the curbside service. Materials that are not sorted will be left uncollected. Debris should be placed along the road at the edge of residents' properties without blocking access or roadways. In areas with sidewalks, debris should be positioned between the sidewalk and the curb with a 3-foot clearance around it. For efficient and safe removal, residents should avoid stacking debris near trees, utility poles, mailboxes, fire hydrants, or meters. Obstructed or improperly placed debris may be bypassed by crews. More: Photos, videos capture devastation caused by 'catastrophic' floods in Texas Household trash can be taken to a dumpster on the north side of the Sandy Creek Bridge, accessible on foot. For those able to transport their waste, the FM1431 Citizen Collection Center is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday. Construction of a two-way low-water crossing is underway near the damaged Sandy Creek Bridge. A resource center will be open this weekend from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Danielson Middle School. Transportation is being provided by CapMetro and Leander ISD from Round Mountain Baptist Church, Leander Park & Ride, and HEB. Officials strongly advise residents not to enter waterways to remove debris, citing ongoing safety hazards such as sewage contamination, sharp debris, chemicals, or downed power lines. Active search and rescue operations are ongoing, and crews require a 100-yard clearance zone on both sides of the creeks. Questions regarding debris pickup can be directed to TCflooddebris@ and find more info at This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: Free curbside flood debris pickup starts Monday in Travis County
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12-07-2025
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Lake Travis closed to all uses except emergency response
AUSTIN (KXAN) — All recreational, commercial, and navigational uses of Lake Travis are currently banned as the impacts of flash floods that hit Central Texas over the July 4 weekend are still affecting the area. Travis County Judge Andy Brown issued an order Friday prohibiting the use of waterways in Lake Travis except for emergency response or official government purposes. Long-term road closures after flood damage This comes after the Lower Colorado River Authority issued a press release on July 6 recommending that people avoid being on lakes Buchanan, Inks, LBJ, Marble Falls, and Travis because of flood debris, bacteria, and fast flows. The LCRA posted on X about Brown's order Saturday morning. 'Late Friday, July 11, Travis County Judge Andy Brown closed Lake Travis to all recreational, commercial and navigational uses other than emergency responders or representatives of state or local agencies that access Lake Travis,' the post said. Brown issued the order Friday evening after consulting with the LCRA on 'present hazards within Lake Travis.' The order said the conditions in the lake create a public safety hazard. A look at Travis County's flood response after claims of inaction 'The Travis County Judge has determined from information provided by emergency management personnel that the above conditions set forth in his Declaration of Disaster continue to exist and pose a threat of severe damage. injury or loss of life or property, and persons within Travis County have been and continue to be severely impacted by the severe weather and flooding,' the order stated, in part. It's not clear when the lake will be reopened. The order also advises people in Travis County not to travel on roads with 'substantial damage due to the flooding, that could threaten public safety unless necessary.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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12-07-2025
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Flood resource recovery center opens Thursday for Travis County flood victims
LEANDER, Texas (KXAN) — A new resource to help flood victims in parts of northwest Travis County opens Thursday in Leander. The center will give those who are affected by recent flooding places to shower, charging stations for devices and computers. It will also have health screenings, first aid and counseling. There will also be food available. How to help local Texas communities impacted by flooding The center is located at Danielson Middle School, 1061 Collaborative Way, Leander. It is open from noon to 6 p.m. on Thursday and then 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, including weekends. The county said there will also be a free shuttle that will pick-up and drop-off at the Round Mountain Baptist Church, 14500 Round Mountain Rd., Leander, which has been a home base for many of the rescue efforts. The center is not accepting donations or a place for volunteers to show up, according to the county. If you are interested in volunteering, the county is asking you to use and sign up on this website. Out-of-town volunteers rush in to help with Central Texas flood cleanup Information on other resources, including finding missing loved ones or information on debris pick-up, can be found online here. A full list of services offered at the center includes: Food Showers Cleaning supplies Charging stations and computers Health screenings, first aid, crisis counseling Crisis clean-up and case management Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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12-07-2025
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‘We knew they were gone': Big Sandy Creek flood kills mom, two brothers still missing
TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) – Sherry McCutcheon dropped off her mom, Betty West, at home after spending July 4 together. Instead of hot dogs and hamburgers, they opted for Chinese food. 'Mama loved Chinese food,' McCutcheon said. '[It was] her last meal.' Flash flooding claimed more than 100 lives in Central Texas. Here's what we know about the victims McCutcheon had no idea that a few hours after dropping her mom off, the creek behind her house would surge. She said it flooded before, but never to the point of needing to evacuate. 'I went to sleep with the ringer off, and I woke up about three o'clock [a.m.] like I always do, and then I noticed my mama called and left a message. I [also] had two texts from my brothers, and then nothing,' she said. McCutcheon's mom, Betty, lived in the house with her two sons – McCutcheon's brothers – Gary and Doug. 'I kept calling, calling, and calling at four o'clock. I finally called 911,' she continued. McCutcheon and her sister, Terry Traugott, went to their mom's later that Saturday morning. They learned that responders could not access the house due to extreme flooding until 7 a.m., four hours after McCutcheon received her family's calls and texts. 'They couldn't get there. So that's when we found out. We knew they were gone,' McCutcheon said. Responders identified their mom's body later that day. Their two brothers are still missing, but the sisters said they don't think they survived. 'We don't feel them anymore,' Traugott said. 'We just want them back.' The sisters have come to their mama's home – a place they spent countless hours together as a family – every day since the catastrophic flood destroyed it. They've spent the time looking for mementos, such as photos and trinkets, and praying that their brothers are found soon. 'I want everybody to please pray that my brothers come home. We want my brothers,' Traugott said. At least seven people are dead and 10 others are missing following the weekend flooding in Travis County, officials said Tuesday. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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12-07-2025
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Travis County bridge damaged by floods closed, community cut off
LEANDER, Texas (KXAN) — A tight-knit community in western Travis County is relying on volunteers for supplies after flash floods severely damaged a bridge at Big Sandy Road and Round Mountain Road — the only way in and out of the neighborhood. Saturday's torrential rain caused Big Sandy Creek to swell dramatically, damaging the infrastructure of the community just outside Leander. 'Total destruction': 10 still missing in Travis County, Big Sandy Creek area devastated While pedestrians can walk across the bridge at their own risk, cars and other vehicles are unable to cross. Because it's the only exit for one community, neighbors estimate that it leaves hundreds of people with no way out. Travis County officials said fixing the bridge is a priority. Hector Nieto, a Travis County spokesperson, said the county is working with the state to install a temporary crossing 'as soon as possible.' 'Ideally, we would like for this to be a day or two, but I am not going to guarantee a day or two because I don't want to overpromise,' Nieto said. 'We knew they were gone': Big Sandy Creek flood kills mom, two brothers still missing In the meantime, volunteers are shuttling supplies across the bridge on foot. Neighbors are bringing food, water and other essentials to those who are trapped. Nieto emphasized that even after a temporary crossing is installed, Travis County will develop 'long-term' solutions to ensure the bridge is safe for pedestrians and cars to cross. 'We need to evaluate the viability of the bridge and make sure that it is safe for the public,' he said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
