Media Advisory: San Antonio River Authority And United States Army Corps Of Engineers To Host Public Open House For Mission Reach Project Updates

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Mission Reach crossing

Last Updated on January 4, 2024

WHAT: The River Authority and the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) are inviting the public to an open house event, highlighting the remarkable progress achieved at Mission Reach over the past decade. The Mission Reach, an 8-mile linear park, boasts over 16 miles of scenic trails for pedestrians and bicyclists. Additionally, water enthusiasts can explore the paddling trail by canoe or kayak. The trails are connected to Mission Portals’ works of art, serving as gateways to the San Antonio World Heritage Mission Sites. The open house will offer six engaging activation stations, providing attendees with educational activities on various topics, including prescribed burns, aquatic species, and water quality. The event is free and open to the public.

WHEN: WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23 6 – 7:30 PM

WHERE: Stinson Airport 8535 Mission Road San Antonio, TX 78214

WHO:

  • San Antonio River Authority
  • United States Army Corps of Engineers

MORE: Distinguished from the San Antonio River Walk and the Museum Reach, the Mission Reach project stands out with its focus on urban ecosystem restoration. The project has significantly transformed the area’s landscape through initiatives such as stem density management and prescribed burns. The enhanced water quality and thriving aquatic species further exemplify the project’s success in ecological restoration.

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Update: Trails are open for the weekend until work resumes on Monday. Thank you for your patience and stay safe!

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!

 

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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.

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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

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

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

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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