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San Antonio River Authority

What's Your River Way?

The San Antonio River Basin is a special place. It ties us together with nature, our culture, and each other. Share your fondest memories and stories with us through the My River Way oral history project!

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What does the San Antonio River Authority do?

Funded by property taxes, the authority upholds a commitment to “providing safe, clean and enjoyable creeks and rivers,” which in its 83 years has led to a multitude of partnerships, research initiatives, and projects that integrate public health with ecosystems and sustainability with economic development.

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Projects

The Environmental Sciences Department regularly works on small or short-term (less than 5 years) water quality, pollution investigations, or scientific studies.

Sustainability

The San Antonio River Basin Interactive Green Infrastructure Map provides a place to share Green Infrastructure projects funded by the San Antonio River Authority, access resources and learn how you can participate.

Reduce Flood Risk

The River Authority uses comprehensive planning, precision protection, strategic partnership, and community preparedness to help communities throughout the San Antonio River Basin reduce the devastating effects of flooding.

River Health

Learn how our Water Quality Scientists, Aquatic Biologists, Stormwater Scientists and Environmental Investigators are monitoring and improving river health every day.

Utilities

The San Antonio River Authority is a full-service wastewater utility provider within its district. The River Authority recognizes that communities are finding it increasingly difficult to meet their water and wastewater needs.

Developers

The San Antonio River Authority owns, maintains and/or operates assets in the San Antonio River Watershed which covers Bexar, Wilson, Karnes and Goliad counties including dams, parks, and wastewater treatment plants.

Hiking, Biking, Paddling & River Recreation

Parks & Trails

There is an emerald heart in South Texas that beats to a rhythm of exploration, tranquility and adventure. Your San Antonio River has that pulse, and the San Antonio River Authority is inviting you to discover every facet of this gem’s green spaces, flowing waters and cultural heritage.

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Maps & Reports

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Learn About The San Antonio River

Serving Bexar, Wilson, Karnes and Goliad Counties

Learn more about preserving, protecting and experiencing our river. Explore our website for a deeper dive into the bounty of natural, recreational, cultural and family opportunities waiting for you along the 240-mile course of the San Antonio River.

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River Authority Walking Rascals (R.A.W.R)

November 13, 2024

10:00am

Friday Night Hikes - November 15

Friday Night Hikes – Jackson Nature Park

November 15, 2024

7:00pm

Household Hazardous Waste Collection

Goliad County Household Hazardous Waste Collection

November 16, 2024

9:00am

Nature Workshop - Natural Art Tuesday, November 19 from 6:30-8PM

Nature Workshop – Natural Art

November 19, 2024

6:30pm

Alerts

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail Temporarily Closed

November 13, 2024
Staff have removed two large log jams just downstream of Helton Nature Park, keeping the southern portion of the SASPAMCO Paddling Trail temporarily closed. Staff are working to contact adjacent landowners to support a land-based removal solution.

Stem Density Efforts

November 12, 2024
Please be advised that trails near the Confluence Park and Conception Park area will be temporarily closed due to ongoing Stem Density efforts. We appreciate your cooperation and ask that you remain mindful of workers and closures when in the vicinity. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve our natural spaces!  

Gas Spill

November 9, 2024
The San Antonio River Authority and the City of San Antonio are actively working to contain a recent gas spill in the Downtown River Walk Loop area, which occurred earlier today. The source of the spill is unknown but has stopped. At this time, no environmental impacts have been observed, and teams are implementing measures to fully contain and remove the substance. We will provide updates as the situation develops.

West Bank Trail Closure Notice

November 1, 2024
Due to the construction of a new trail and bridge, the West Bank of the trail between Schiller St. and Newell St. will be closed for the next couple of months. The East Bank will also be intermittently closed on Monday, November 4th, to install the bridge. Please use caution when navigating around this area. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please refer to the map for reference. 

San Pedro Creek Culture Park

October 1, 2024
The restrooms at South Alamo will be temporarily closed for maintenance and repairs. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. 

Acequia Trail Notice

May 21, 2024
The Acequia trail will have heavy traffic near MROC starting May 22nd until further notice. The SAWS Acequia project will be bringing in crews to work on the lift station site and across the street. There will have flaggers to stop traffic, please use caution. 

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail

May 6, 2024
The SASPAMCO paddling trail is open from River Crossing Park to Helton Nature Park. *Please Note: Paddling Trail from Helton Nature Park to HWY 97 is still closed due to blockages. 
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