Lake AustinWater Level Today, Boat Ramp Status & Fishing Regulations
Boat Ramp Status
Check Lake Austin's water level and lake conditions today. Lake Austin is currently at 492.2 ft — about 96% of capacity — and the level is stable. Below you'll find live boat ramp status and closures, up-to-date Texas fishing regulations and bag limits, plus weather and tactical conditions to plan your next trip. We refresh this data daily from official TPWD and USGS sources.
Heads up: 1 of 9 tracked boat ramps is currently closed at Lake Austin — check the ramp table below before you launch.
What anglers should know before visiting Lake Austin
- Water level is 492.2 ft, about 96% of capacity and stable.
- Boat ramps: 8 open, 1 closed (live status below).
- Texas (TPWD) fishing regulations, bag and length limits are listed below.
Lake Austin Water Level & Lake Conditions Today
Current Level
492.2 ft
Normal Pool Level
492.8 ft
% of Capacity
96.3%
Lake Austin Boat Ramp Status & Closures Today
Tactical Conditions
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Waning Crescent
5.7% illuminated
Black Crappieminimum limit
Length Limit
Min 10"
Daily Bag
25 fish
Blue Catfishnone limit
Length Limit
No minimum
Daily Bag
25 fish
Bluegillnone limit
Length Limit
No minimum
Daily Bag
No limit
Channel Catfishnone limit
Length Limit
No minimum
Daily Bag
25 fish
Flathead Catfishminimum limit
Length Limit
Min 18"
Daily Bag
5 fish
Largemouth Bassminimum limit
Length Limit
Min 14"
Daily Bag
5 fish
Validity Period
Valid Sep. 1, 2025 through Aug. 31, 2026
Last Sync
Feb 18, 2026, 11:04 PM
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Lake Austin — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level at Lake Austin?
As of the latest reading, Lake Austin is at 492.2 ft, about 96% of capacity, and the level is stable.
Are there boat ramp closures at Lake Austin today?
Yes. 1 of 9 tracked ramps is currently closed, 8 are open. See the boat ramp table for details.
What are the fishing regulations and limits at Lake Austin?
Lake Austin follows Texas Parks & Wildlife (TPWD) fishing regulations, including statewide bag and length limits plus any water-body-specific exceptions. See the Fishing Regulations section below for species limits, or view the full rules at tpwd.texas.gov.