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Flood and Floodplain Risk in 78750, 78759, and 78726: What Northwest Austin Buyers Should Actually Check

Flood and Floodplain Risk in 78750, 78759, and 78726: What Northwest Austin Buyers Should Actually Check

James Brinkman
Published on: 13/09/2026

Most of Northwest Austin sits high and dry, but flood risk here is real and specific. How Bull Creek, the FEMA zones, Austin's 500-year rule, the 2026 map redraw, and flood insurance should shape your offer in 78750, 78759, and 78726.

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More Than $800 Million of Road and Drainage Work Is Rebuilding Northwest Austin Through 2029

More Than $800 Million of Road and Drainage Work Is Rebuilding Northwest Austin Through 2029

James Brinkman
Published on: 03/09/2026

183 North, Spicewood Springs Road, Loop 360 at Courtyard and RM 2222, Burnet Road, and three flood control projects add up to more than $800 million of funded construction in Northwest Austin. Costs, completion dates, and what the construction window means if you are buying or selling on these corridors.

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