A malfunction at Longhorn Dam that caused Lady Bird Lake to lose water has been fixed - Austin MonitorLonghorn Dam experienced a malfunction causing Lady Bird Lake's water level to drop by 2 feet, but the issue has since been resolved.
Lady Bird Lake's water levels dropped (again), raising questions about dam's integrity - Austin MonitorLady Bird Lake's water level dropped due to a malfunction at Longhorn Dam's floodgates, highlighting ongoing infrastructure issues.
A malfunction at Longhorn Dam that caused Lady Bird Lake to lose water has been fixed - Austin MonitorLonghorn Dam experienced a malfunction causing Lady Bird Lake's water level to drop by 2 feet, but the issue has since been resolved.
Lady Bird Lake's water levels dropped (again), raising questions about dam's integrity - Austin MonitorLady Bird Lake's water level dropped due to a malfunction at Longhorn Dam's floodgates, highlighting ongoing infrastructure issues.
Austin Water report shows few traces of 'forever chemicals' in drinking water - Austin MonitorLittle to no detectable traces of PFAS found in Austin's drinking water, verified by EPA tests.Only one PFAS compound, PFBA, was found in trace amounts within acceptable limits.
Austin drinking water testing shows 'forever chemical' levels safer than EPA standards - Austin MonitorAustin's drinking water shows minimal traces of dangerous PFAS due to effective environmental protection measures.Regular testing under federal guidelines ensures public health safety against contaminants.
Austin Water report shows few traces of 'forever chemicals' in drinking water - Austin MonitorLittle to no detectable traces of PFAS found in Austin's drinking water, verified by EPA tests.Only one PFAS compound, PFBA, was found in trace amounts within acceptable limits.
Austin drinking water testing shows 'forever chemical' levels safer than EPA standards - Austin MonitorAustin's drinking water shows minimal traces of dangerous PFAS due to effective environmental protection measures.Regular testing under federal guidelines ensures public health safety against contaminants.
Report looks at Austin Water leaks, losses that could fill 12,000 Olympic pools - Austin MonitorAustin Water loses over 8 billion gallons annually due to inefficiencies, costing the city nearly $12 million in treatment and billing discrepancies.
For future water conservation, reuse may be key - Austin MonitorAustin Water focuses on drought resilience with new indirect potable reuse project.
City Council approves water conservation plans, for now - Austin MonitorCity Council endorsed Water Conservation and Drought Contingency plan updates despite stakeholder concerns.
Amid worsening drought, Austin Water floats updates on conservation and drought contingency plan - Austin MonitorAustin Water aims to reduce daily water consumption per capita from 127 to 123 gallons by 2029, with plans for wastewater recycling and infrastructural improvements.
Austin Water sends conservation plan to City Council without support of key task force - Austin MonitorProposals for new water conservation goals face criticism for not being ambitious enough, lacking support from a city advisory panel.
City Council approves water conservation plans, for now - Austin MonitorCity Council endorsed Water Conservation and Drought Contingency plan updates despite stakeholder concerns.
Amid worsening drought, Austin Water floats updates on conservation and drought contingency plan - Austin MonitorAustin Water aims to reduce daily water consumption per capita from 127 to 123 gallons by 2029, with plans for wastewater recycling and infrastructural improvements.
Austin Water sends conservation plan to City Council without support of key task force - Austin MonitorProposals for new water conservation goals face criticism for not being ambitious enough, lacking support from a city advisory panel.
Council OKs contract for advice on additional water pump station - Austin MonitorCity Council approved a $3 million contract for a study on a new pump station and reservoir in Southwest Austin.The study aims to enhance redundancy, relieve reliance on the Davis Lane Pump Station, and address issues identified post-Winter Storm Uri.