Austin Water@AustinWater

Official account of the City of Austin. Account not monitored 24/7. Report leaks or water/wastewater concerns at 512-972-1000 - open 24/7 for your convenience.

 Austin,Texas
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Lake Austin will be drawn down beginning October 12 to allow routine maintenance on shoreline structures, etc. The lake is expected to be back in its normal operating range by November 30. For more detailed information about the drawdown, please visit austintexas.gov/communicatio…
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UPDATE: The City of Austin has decided not to proceed with a drawdown of Lake Austin in 2026 following additional coordination with the Lower Colorado River Authority and continued conversations with Lake Austin stakeholders. For more information, visit: austintexas.gov/communicatio…

Lake Austin 2026 Drawdown Canceled

The City of Austin has decided not to proceed with a drawdown of Lake Austin in 2026 following additional coordination with the Lower Colorado River Authority and continued conversations with Lake...

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We're hosting an Open House to get feedback on proposed policy concepts for large water users. Learn more about our current & proposed actions to promote responsible water use for large water users. 📅 Oct. 5 | 5:30–7:30 pm 📍City of Austin Permitting and Development Center
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📅 Oct. 5 | 5:30–7:30 pm 📍City of Austin Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, TX 78752 Room 1405 Event Center Learn more at austintexas.gov/water/news/a…

Austin Water Invites Community to Open House on Large Water Users

Austin Water is hosting an Open House to seek community feedback on proposed policy concepts for large water users in our service area.

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Reminder: Siren Test Tomorrow! 🚨
Austin Water@AustinWater
Sep 9
SIREN TEST 🚨 Austin Water will test the Longhorn Dam floodgate warning sirens next Tuesday, September 15, at 10 a.m. The sirens will sound continuously for 5 minutes. No emergency is occurring and no action is required. To learn more, visit: austintexas.gov/LonghornDam
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SIREN TEST 🚨 Austin Water will test the Longhorn Dam floodgate warning sirens next Tuesday, September 15, at 10 a.m. The sirens will sound continuously for 5 minutes. No emergency is occurring and no action is required. To learn more, visit: austintexas.gov/LonghornDam
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Join our conservation experts to learn all about our Waterwise rebate programs! You'll learn how to apply for a rebate and start a Waterwise Landscape or Rainscape. 📅September 10, 2026 ⏰12-1 pm Register online at bit.ly/4qUQJdS #WaterWise #SaveWater #Rebates
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The Dolores Dispatch is here, and she has a lot to say! Get to know Dolores, our Tunnel Boring Machine! 🗞️ austintexas.gov/water/pipeli…

The Dolores Dispatch: Gettin' Bored on McNeil Drive

My name is Dolores, and I'm about to help Austin out big time by digging a giant hole underground.

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Join our conservation experts to learn how to keep your yard looking fresh without running up your water bill during the hot summer months! Plus, learn all about rebates from Austin Water. 💵🌞 Register online at bit.ly/waterwise-webinar-jun… #SummerLandscaping #SaveWater #Rebates
A flowering yard with the following text: Waterwise Landscape Maintenance Webinar, June 18, 2026 | 12 p.m. | Online, As the hot months approach, learn how to keep your yard looking fresh without running up your water bill!

ALT A flowering yard with the following text: Waterwise Landscape Maintenance Webinar, June 18, 2026 | 12 p.m. | Online, As the hot months approach, learn how to keep your yard looking fresh without running up your water bill!
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Austin Water retweeted
Austin Energy@austinenergy
Jun 4
Austin Energy, Austin Water, Austin Resource Recovery, Austin Emergency Management and other city departments are joining forces this summer to help customers with emergency preparedness, efficiency and sustainability.
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Austin Water retweeted
Austin Energy@austinenergy
Jun 1
Austin Energy, Austin Water, Austin Resource Recovery, Austin Emergency Management and other city departments are joining forces this summer to help customers with emergency preparedness, efficiency, and sustainability. Info, demonstrations and giveaway items will be offered!
Summer Pop-Up Event Emergency preparedness, efficiency, and sustainability Stop by for information, demonstrations and giveaways* at two pop-up events focused on helping you stay safe, cool and eco‑friendly this summer *while supplies last June 9 from 8 - 11 a.m. Utility Customer Service Center - North Branch June 10 from 8 - 11 a.m. Utility Customer Service Center - South Branch Free solar power bank to keep your phone charged during emergencies

ALT Summer Pop-Up Event Emergency preparedness, efficiency, and sustainability Stop by for information, demonstrations and giveaways* at two pop-up events focused on helping you stay safe, cool and eco‑friendly this summer *while supplies last June 9 from 8 - 11 a.m. Utility Customer Service Center - North Branch June 10 from 8 - 11 a.m. Utility Customer Service Center - South Branch Free solar power bank to keep your phone charged during emergencies

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😍✨HER✨😍 She's 550 horsepower of pure drilling power and she's headed to Austin! This Tunnel Boring Machine will be drilling 30-50 feet underground for over 1.5 miles to replace an old pipe near McNeil Drive. To learn more about the project, visit bit.ly/4umB3Ag
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Join our conservation experts to learn all about our Waterwise rebate programs! You'll learn how to apply for a rebate and start a Waterwise Landscape or Rainscape. 📅April 23, 2026 ⏰NEW TIME: 7 pm Register online at bit.ly/41OqLwL #WaterWise #SaveWater #Rebates
Several images or waterwise landscapes collaged together featuring: Waterwise Rebate Webinar April 23, 2026 | 7 p.m. | Online Learn how to apply for a rebate and start a Waterwise Landscape or Rainscape!

ALT Several images or waterwise landscapes collaged together featuring: Waterwise Rebate Webinar April 23, 2026 | 7 p.m. | Online Learn how to apply for a rebate and start a Waterwise Landscape or Rainscape!

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Austin Water retweeted
Austin City Jobs@AustinCityJobs
Apr 16
Austin Water is hiring a Certification Trainer! Create training, teach in-person & online, and deliver TCEQ-certified wastewater treatment classes. If you love developing others and know your way around adult learning & TCEQ guidelines, apply today!👇 austintexas.wd5.myworkdayjob…
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We broke ground today on our expansion of the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant! 🎊 Key upgrades will improve our treatment processes and protect the health of the Colorado River downstream of Austin. 🔗Check out the full details at bit.ly/4tc4mpd
Austin Water and City of Austin leaders using golden shovels to break ground on the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant.

ALT Austin Water and City of Austin leaders using golden shovels to break ground on the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Austin Water and City of Austin leaders using golden shovels to break ground on the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant.

ALT Austin Water and City of Austin leaders using golden shovels to break ground on the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant.

close up of a golden shovel in a pile of dirt

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A crowd of people under a white tent listening to a speak at the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment plant groundbreaking.

ALT A crowd of people under a white tent listening to a speak at the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment plant groundbreaking.
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Austin Water retweeted
Austin City Jobs@AustinCityJobs
Apr 6
Don’t forget to attend one of our Showcase presentations. Review the schedule to see which presentations pique your interest. We'll see you there! Visit austintexas.gov/careerexpo for more information.
Career Expo Run of Show. Full run of show can be found on AustinTexas.gov/CareerExpo

ALT Career Expo Run of Show. Full run of show can be found on AustinTexas.gov/CareerExpo
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Austin Water retweeted
Austin City Jobs@AustinCityJobs
Apr 7
We are just 1 day away! Join us tomorrow at the 15th Annual Career Expo hosted by the City of Austin. Interact with employers and seek full-time, part-time, and internship job opportunities! Register today and view the list of organizations attending at austintexas.gov/careerexpo.
Countdown 1 day to City of Austin Career Expo!

ALT Countdown 1 day to City of Austin Career Expo!
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Austin Water@AustinWater
Apr 3
Austin and Travis County are updating the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) and want your input! 📅 Join an in-person public meeting or take the community survey publicinput.com/cwpp 🌐 Learn more at cwpp-austin.hub.arcgis.com/ and wildfirecoalition.org
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Join our Conservation experts to get your Rainwater Harvesting System started and don't miss out when the rain finally comes🌧️ Rainwater Harvesting Webinar Thursday, March 26 12 p.m. Register online at bit.ly/4d6xLMh #RainwaterWebinar #RainwaterHarvesting #AustinWater
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