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History

Originally, what was to become known as the Lake Travis area was settled in the mid-1800s by families seeking a quieter existence than that of the bustling city of Austin, then a mere fraction of its size today.

Completed in 1941 with the construction of the Mansfield Dam, Lake Travis is 63.5 miles long, 4.5 miles wide (at its widest point), and covers nearly 19,000 acres. Championed by J.P. Buchanan and then followed by a 28-year old Lyndon Johnson, the two Washington Congressmen worked with the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) to find a solution to the unreasonable electric rates and the uncontrolled rural flooding in the area. The construction of the Mansfield Dam solved both issues and ultimately formed Lake Travis.

Rural farms and ranches made up most of the Travis County area prior to 1941, with the notable exception being the thriving metropolis of Austin. However, the construction of the dam and the formation of Lake Travis would forever change the landscape into what it is now. Today, Lake Travis is a recreational paradise with boating, fishing, hunting, tennis and golf being the primary activities enjoyed by residents and tourists alike. The business communities have also flourished with the construction of shops, stores and malls that include many nationally known retailers.

Austin continues to be one of the fastest growing areas in the country, and the Lake Travis area is no exception. The Lake Travis area has experienced its own considerable growth recently—a trend that is expected to continue for the foreseeable future.