On Tuesday, Lady Bird Lake's water level fell by approximately 2 feet due to one of the Longhorn Dam's floodgates being stuck open. Austin Water is investigating the cause, and a temporary structure was installed to halt further water flow downstream. This drop continues a troubling trend as water levels have previously seen noticeable decreases, primarily attributed to infrastructure malfunctions at the aging dam. Originally built in 1960, it has faced challenges, including significant repairs due to outdated mechanisms and pest damage.
The Longhorn Dam, responsible for regulating Lady Bird Lake's water levels, experienced a malfunction leading to a 2-foot drop in lake levels on Tuesday.
Austin Water reported that one floodgate at the Longhorn Dam got stuck open, causing the drop, which is a recurring issue that has persisted for some time.
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