Ice Storm Clean-up Update

DRIPPING SPRINGS, TEXAS – February 2, 2023 – The recent ice storm has caused many limbs to fall on roads and in City parks. Public Works staff has been working for 3 days to make sure City streets are passable. Crews are cutting limbs and removing them from travel lanes. At this time, there is too much ice for staff to haul off the branches, so they are leaving them on the side of the road. Once everything thaws out, staff we will be prioritizing cleanup efforts and removing limbs from the rights-of way.

Many trees have fallen in our parks and public areas. Because of this, all City parks and trails will be closed until further notice as crews work to make them safe. These include:

• Founders Memorial Park
• Dripping Springs Ranch Park
• Charro Ranch Park
• Veterans Memorial Park
• Sports & Recreation Park

For property owners, Any limbs or trees on private property will not be removed by City staff. Waste Connections customers will have their normal bulk/brush days starting next week. Customers can place their debris for removal on their regularly scheduled bulk/brush days. Please cut limbs to 4-5 feet max in length and do not bundle more than 50 lbs per bundle, or they cannot collect them. Non-Waste Connections customers and all residents can also bring their branches to Dripping Springs Ranch Park. Please place your limbs in the designated section.

If you see any limbs on power lines, home and business owners need to contact their electric service provider for issues that are not causing any danger. If you see sparks, fire, smoke, or if someone is trapped beneath a line, please call 9-1-1 right away, but only in emergency situations.
We will continue to give updates on the clean up as we get information. If you have any questions, please reach out to communications@cityofdrippingsprings or call 512-858-4725.