Water & Flood

Brushy Creek Is Both a Flood Risk and a Water Supply Source

The Brushy Creek watershed in central and eastern Williamson County is managed by the Upper Brushy Creek Water Control and Improvement District, which oversees flood control.

Williamson County Home & Property

Brushy Creek flows through heavily populated parts of Williamson County, including Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Leander. The Upper Brushy Creek Water Control and Improvement District (WCID) manages flood control in this watershed. The WCID partnered with the Texas Water Development Board on the 2019 FEMA flood map update for the Brushy Creek area.

Homes near Brushy Creek and its tributaries face real flash flood risk. Check whether a property you are considering is within the 100-year floodplain before buying. Current flood maps are available at msc.fema.gov or the Williamson County GIS page.

Source to confirm: Williamson County — Floodplain Management

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Property Tax Basics

Two Offices Handle Your Property Tax in Williamson County

The appraisal district sets your property's value; the tax office collects the money — and they are separate offices.

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Homestead Exemption

Texas Homestead Exemption Cuts Your School Tax Bill

Williamson County homeowners who live in their home can apply for a $140,000 reduction off the value used to figure school taxes.

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Age 65 / Disability Exemption

Extra Property Tax Breaks for Seniors and Disabled Homeowners

Homeowners who are 65 or older, or who have a qualifying disability, can get an additional property tax exemption and a school tax freeze.

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Disabled Veteran Exemption

Veterans with Service Disabilities Get a Property Tax Break

Texas veterans with a service-connected disability rating of 10% or more qualify for a property tax exemption in Williamson County.

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