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Our Mission: Simple Biz Systems provides Kingsland and Highland Lakes residents with direct, ad-free, and tracking-free public information alongside free-to-low-cost, community-first digital tools. We believe vital civic resources, weather data, and trade utilities belong directly to the local community without subscriptions or corporate clutter.

7-Day Local Weather Forecast

Kingsland Weekly Forecast

Sensor Feed: Open-Meteo Direct API
Connecting to regional sensor feed...
Station: 30.66°N, 98.44°W • Kingsland • Updated continuously throughout the day.

Highland Lakes Water Levels & Storage Capacity

Reservoir Capacity Overview

Statewide Hydrology Index →
Lake Buchanan Storage Reservoir
Current Capacity 96.9% Full
View Buchanan Gauge → 1,018.8 ft msl
Lake LBJ Constant Pool
Current Capacity 99.0% Full
View LCRA LBJ Level → 824.8 ft msl
Inks Lake Constant Pool
Current Capacity 98.5% Full
View LCRA Inks Level → 887.8 ft msl
Lake Buchanan provides primary water supply and flood storage for Central Texas. Lake LBJ and Inks Lake are pass-through constant-pool reservoirs regulated by LCRA dam operations.

County Public Safety & Fire Restrictions

Burn Ban In Effect: Llano & Burnet Counties

Outdoor burning of brush piles, campfires, and trash is strictly prohibited by county order due to dry Hill Country conditions. Contact county dispatch before operating outdoor machinery or conducting authorized agricultural burns.

Call Llano Dispatch: 325-247-5767 Call Burnet Dispatch: 512-756-8080

Highland Lakes Commercial Construction Radar

New Commercial Projects, Restaurants & Retail Filings

View All Local Filings →

Curious what is being built along RM 1431, TX-29, and Highway 281? Simple Biz Systems indexes public commercial building permits, restaurant finish-outs, and architectural accessibility filings across Kingsland, Marble Falls, Burnet, and Llano. Sourced directly from public State of Texas TDLR and municipal site records to keep local residents informed and trade contractors ahead of bidding opportunities.

Coverage: Kingsland (78639) • Marble Falls (78654) • Burnet (78611) • Llano (78643) • Horseshoe Bay (78657)
View on Live Map Open Project Radar

Community Directory & Public Services

Local Directory by Category

Free Community Tool

Critical Document Readiness Triage

Applying for Texas SNAP, CEAP utility aid, or Llano/Burnet county assistance? Audit your paperwork offline and avoid delays caused by PO Box address rejections:

  • Packet Audit: Pre-check residency, income, and allowable deductions.
  • Physical Address Check: Verifies matching 911 county road records.
  • Case Worker Sheet: Exports a 1-page PDF document checklist cover.
Open Document Checklist → Private • Offline-First
Free Community Tracker

Highland Lakes Commercial Project Radar

Track new restaurants, retail stores, marina expansions, and commercial projects across Kingsland, Marble Falls, Burnet, and Llano from public state and county filings:

  • Public Project Index: Commercial permits, restaurant build-outs, and trade yards.
  • Town Filtering: Search active permits by city across the Highland Lakes.
  • Subcontractor Opportunities: Early bidding details for local independent trades.
Open Project Radar → View Map →
Transit & Highway Alerts

TxDOT Road & Bridge Conditions

Live highway travel alerts, resurfacing schedules, and bridge status across RM 1431 and FM 2900:

  • FM 2900 Bridge: Critical crossing between Kingsland and Sunrise Beach.
  • RM 1431 Corridor: Travel alerts between Marble Falls and Llano.
View on Live Radar Map → Austin District: 512-832-7000
Local Government

Llano & Burnet County Offices

Kingsland sits directly on the county border. Reach official county commissioners and emergency coordination below:

  • Llano County Courthouse: 801 Ford St, Llano, TX (325-247-4300).
  • Burnet County Courthouse: 220 S Pierce St, Burnet, TX (512-756-5400).
Llano County → Burnet County →
Free Public Access

Kingsland Lions Memorial Park & Boat Ramp

Free public boat ramp, fishing pier, shaded pavilions, and community docks located on Lake LBJ (Eula Rough Rd):

  • Ramp Access: Paved dual-lane ramp open 24/7.
  • Parking: Truck and trailer parking available on site.
  • Pavilion Rentals: Coordinated through Kingsland MUD.
Directions (Google Maps) → Free Public Facility
Swimming & River Bed

The Slab (Llano River Crossing)

Famous granite riverbed crossing on FM 3404 where the Llano River flows over natural rock formations:

  • Activities: Wading, shallow swimming, and sunbathing.
  • Access: Free roadside public access on FM 3404.
  • Safety Note: Check river flows after heavy rains.
Directions (Google Maps) → Public Crossing
Electric Cooperative

Central Texas Electric Co-op (CTEC)

Member-owned non-profit utility providing electrical power to rural Kingsland and the Highland Lakes:

  • SmartHub: Online account management and billing.
  • Outage Map: Real-time district outage tracking.
CTEC SmartHub Portal → Outages: 800-900-2832
Water Supply Utility

Kingsland Water Supply Corporation (KWSC)

Member-owned non-profit water supply corporation providing retail drinking water services for Kingsland properties:

  • Office: 14224 RR 1431, Kingsland, TX 78639.
  • Services: New water meters, account transfers, and customer portal.
Visit KWSC Website → Phone: 325-388-6611
Water & Wastewater

Kingsland Municipal Utility District (KMUD)

Public utility district overseeing wastewater collection, sewer services, and community brush drop-off recycling:

  • Office: 100 Ingram St, Kingsland, TX 78639.
  • Brush Site: Monthly residential green-waste drop-off.
Kingsland MUD Website → Office: 325-388-4359
Free Student Utility

Student Assignment Backwards Planner

Free deadline decomposition calculator for middle school, high school, and college students. Enter an assignment due date to automatically generate milestone schedules:

  • Milestone Decomposition: Spaces drafts, research, and review periods.
  • Calendar Sync: One-click export to Google or Apple Calendar (.ics).
  • Study Sheet: 1-page printable checklist for notebooks or desks.
Launch Study Planner → Zero Login Required
Community Care

Sharing the Harvest Food Pantry

Volunteer community food ministry serving families and seniors throughout Kingsland and surrounding lake areas:

  • Location: 3435 RM 1431, Kingsland, TX 78639.
  • Services: Weekly grocery distributions and emergency food aid.
Sharing the Harvest Portal → Direct: 325-388-3083
Civic Resource & Events

Kingsland Branch Library

Public library offering free high-speed Wi-Fi, computer workstations, printing, book sales, and meeting spaces:

  • Address: 125 W Polk St, Kingsland, TX 78639.
  • Events: Children story hours, book sales, and local historical archives.
Library Facebook Page → County Catalog → 325-388-3170