Lockhart Police Department

🚧 Road Closure Notice – North Pecos Street 🚧
The former bar building located at 838 N. Pecos Street is scheduled for demolition beginning Tuesday, June 16, through Thursday, June 18.

To ensure public safety during the demolition process, N. Pecos Street between Mesquite Street and Tank Street will be closed to traffic. A signed detour route will be in place to help motorists safely navigate around the work area.

Residents and drivers are encouraged to plan for possible delays and use alternate routes when traveling in the area. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as this property is removed.

🇺🇸 A big thank you to our City of Lockhart Electric Department crew for helping bring patriotic spirit to Downtown Lockhart! Their hard work is helping prepare the community for the upcoming Lockhart Celebrates America 250 festivities. 🎆✨

From decorating Downtown to getting everything ready for this special celebration, we appreciate their dedication and hometown pride.

🎉 Join us as we commemorate America’s 250th anniversary with a full day of family-friendly activities, entertainment, community fun and fireworks!

📅 View the complete schedule of events and learn more here: https://bit.ly/4nTahxD

🇺🇸🎇

📣REMINDER: OUTDOOR WARNING SIREN TEST TODAY AT 1 P.M.
The 5-siren outdoor warning system will be used to alert Lockhart residents of impending severe weather and/or chemical emergencies. Activation criteria for the City of Lockhart includes;

• The U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) issues a Tornado Warning.
• The National Weather Service (NWS) issues a Severe
Thunderstorm Warning and indicates the potential for
destructive winds of 70 mph or greater.
• Observed hail of 1.5 inches in diameter (ping pong ball) or
greater.
• Any observed weather condition, which is judged to be
hazardous to people and early warning would potentially save
lives.

This notification system is developed for Central Texas and administered by the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG). The warning system will notify citizens of Lockhart by phone call, text or email for emergencies such as: tornados, severe weather, flooding, and local emergency information.

Remember: You can always sign up for emergency alerts at https://warncentraltexas.org

🚨The new City of Lockhart website launches TODAY!🚨
🌐 Visit us at our new address: www.cityoflockhart.gov
For your convenience, our previous website address, lockhart-tx.org, will continue to redirect users to the new site.

The City’s new and improved website was designed to provide residents, businesses, and visitors with a faster, easier, and more user-friendly way to access City services, news, special events, resources, and important information.

✨ Features of the new website include:
✅ A modern, professional design that better reflects our community
✅ Improved mobile responsiveness for phones, tablets, and computers
✅ Easier access to utility payments, agendas, forms, alerts, and City contacts
✅ Enhanced accessibility and ADA-compliant features for users with assistive technologies
✅ A stronger platform for future online services, digital tools, and community engagement

Upon launch, Residents can also personalize their experience through the new “Notify Me” feature! Sign up to receive updates by email or text for:
📢 Job postings
📄 Bid opportunities
📅 Calendar updates
🎉 Community events
…and more!

Check out the new website and stay connected with the City of Lockhart!

UPDATE: 5/15/2026 2:45 pm. Opened for traffic flow
TRAFFIC ALERT 🚧
FM 142 at SH 130 is currently closed in both directions after a truck hauling a track hoe struck the bridge/overpass. SH 130 officials and Lockhart Police and the Fire Department are on scene and will be inspecting the overpass for damage. SH 130 is staying open.

Please avoid the area and seek alternate routes until further notice. Updates will be provided as information becomes available.

Just a reminder! Hope to see you in the morning.

☕👮 Coffee with a Cop is coming up!
Join the Lockhart Police Department for Coffee with a Cop on Friday, May 15 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Sage Capital Bank (601 S. Colorado Street).

This community event is a great opportunity to meet with local officers, ask questions, share concerns, and enjoy conversation over coffee in a relaxed setting.

A special thank you to Sage Bank for sponsoring and hosting the event.

We hope to see you there!

🚓 This week, we proudly recognize National Police Week and honor our brave men and women who serve and protect our community every day.

Their commitment, courage, and dedication help keep our neighborhoods safe, strengthen community relationships, and make a lasting difference in the lives of residents throughout our city.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all law enforcement officers, past and present, for their service and sacrifice. Please join us in thanking the officers who work tirelessly to serve our community with professionalism and pride.

☕👮 Coffee with a Cop is coming up!
Join the Lockhart Police Department for Coffee with a Cop on Friday, May 15 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Sage Capital Bank (601 S. Colorado Street).

This community event is a great opportunity to meet with local officers, ask questions, share concerns, and enjoy conversation over coffee in a relaxed setting.

A special thank you to Sage Bank for sponsoring and hosting the event.

We hope to see you there!

REMINDER: OUTDOOR WARNING SIREN TEST TODAY AT 1 P.M.
The 5-siren outdoor warning system will be used to alert Lockhart residents of impending severe weather and/or chemical emergencies. Activation criteria for the City of Lockhart includes;

• The U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) issues a Tornado Warning.
• The National Weather Service (NWS) issues a Severe
Thunderstorm Warning and indicates the potential for
destructive winds of 70 mph or greater.
• Observed hail of 1.5 inches in diameter (ping pong ball) or
greater.
• Any observed weather condition, which is judged to be
hazardous to people and early warning would potentially save
lives.

This notification system is developed for Central Texas and administered by the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG). The warning system will notify citizens of Lockhart by phone call, text or email for emergencies such as: tornados, severe weather, flooding, and local emergency information.

Remember: You can always sign up for emergency alerts at https://warncentraltexas.org/

The 1400 block of N. Colorado Street has been closed down due to a structure fire. Please use an alternative route.