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The American Planning Association Texas Chapter (APA Texas) has selected Austin Watershed Protection as a Gold Winner in their 2026 Texas Planning Awards for Rain to River: A Strategic Plan to Protect Austin’s Creeks and Communities

While August is National Water Quality Month, protecting Austin's waterways is something we do every day. Discover how Austin Watershed Protection helps protect Austin's waterways.

The community is invited to learn more about the project at a public meeting.

Algae may be toxic and harm people or kill dogs.

New community‑driven plan will help Austin better address flood, erosion, and water quality challenges

Waterloo Greenway Conservancy and the City of Austin announced the grand opening of Waterloo Greenway, Phase II: The Confluence, on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Austin Watershed Protection released an additional 2,790 sterile grass carp into Lake Austin on May 1 to help manage hydrilla, a non-native aquatic plant.

Highlights progress in air quality, conservation, climate action, and emerging environmental challenges. 

Flood Safety Fest is a free, family-friendly event focused on flood awareness, safety education, and community engagement.