News Summary
Georgetown is grappling with severe flash flooding caused by heavy rain, resulting in multiple road closures and a boil water notice for affected residents. Emergency services are working to restore safety, with significant impacts on parks, trails, and water services. Key routes are blocked, and the city is urging residents to stay updated on recovery efforts and road conditions.
Georgetown is facing challenges due to heavy rain that has caused significant flash flooding and multiple road closures in both the city and nearby areas. Emergency services are coordinating responses to restore safety and services after recent weather impacts.
Trail crossings around Georgetown are closed until further notice, following a limited water release from a nearby dam managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The city is continuing recovery efforts from flooding along the San Gabriel River, as many residents are still affected by ongoing conditions.
While most customers have had their water services restored, a boil water notice remains in effect until at least late Monday, July 7, due to a leak in the San Gabriel River. The affected regions include North Old Town, North Addition, Parkview Estates, Katy Crossing, Stillwater, Crystal Knoll, Villages of Berry Creek, Berry Creek Waters Edge Apartments, parts of Serenada, Golden Oaks, Reatta Trails, and Country Club Rivery. Additionally, residents along John Carter Street and Holly Street, near the College Street intersection, remain without water. Any residents experiencing water service issues outside the outlined areas should report their concerns by calling the city’s service line.
The City of Georgetown has initiated volunteer and donation opportunities for community support, facilitating assistance for those impacted by the flood. Meanwhile, several parks and trails are affected: San Gabriel Park and its surrounding trails are expected to remain closed through at least Monday, July 7, as well as Blue Hole Park, trails, and Heritage Gardens, which will be closed for several additional days.
Along with park closures, several roadways in the vicinity are also impacted. The South Austin Avenue bridge and the trail below it are closed until structural evaluations can be completed. Morrow Street through San Gabriel Park and most of College Street are blocked to prevent pedestrian entry into park areas. As traffic continues to be diverted towards I-35, the north bridge remains operational.
This situation has been compounded by a flash flood warning, currently in effect until 6 p.m., along with a flood watch that lasts until 7 p.m. in Georgetown. Central Texas is grappling with an extensive number of road closures due to the flooding, with over 100 reported closures across the region. Notably, flash floods have resulted in the destruction of the bridge before CR 282 at RR 1869 in Liberty Hill, and flooding has been documented at CR 279 as per the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office. Additionally, FM 1431 near Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge is closed because of severe flood damage due to an overflowing creek.
Inks Lake State Park has also suspended day-use access and closed the boat ramp due to a high accumulation of floating debris in the area. Authorities are urging citizens to avoid flooded regions and refrain from driving across roads that may have moving water.
Residents are advised to stay informed of current conditions and road closures by checking resources specifically dedicated to flood information.
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Additional Resources
- Hello Georgetown: Flood Update
- Wikipedia: Georgetown, Texas
- Community Impact: Park Closures
- Google Search: Georgetown Texas Flooding
- KVUE: Central Texas Flooding
- Google Scholar: San Gabriel River Flooding
- Community Impact: Austin Avenue Bridges
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Floods
- WBOC: Trail Herbicide Application
- Google News: Georgetown Floods
