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Estimated Read Time: 3.5 Minutes Happy Fall from the River Authority! It’s hard to believe that it’s already been one year since the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) launched

Welcome to the quarterly Creative Currents series! Public art, cultural programming, and artistic design enhancements express what is authentic about today’s culture and explore the historical significance of area waterways

Imagine for a moment that you hear the rumble of thunder and the soft patter of raindrops falling onto your roof. You peer out of your window and confirm what

Estimated Read Time: 5 Minutes The “My River POV” series provides readers the opportunity to learn about the unique insight and experiences of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority)

Estimated Reading Time: 4 min This series provides readers the opportunity to learn about the unique insight and experiences of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) Board of Directors

From April to October, small, furry, flying visitors grace San Antonio and South Texas residents with their presence. It’s a bird! It’s a plane! Nope. It’s the official state flying

The “My River POV” series provides readers the opportunity to learn about the unique insight and experiences of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) staff and their personal connection

Derek Boese, JD, PMP General Manager Greetings to all San Antonio River Authority blog readers and supporters, At the River Authority, we define our mission as a commitment to Safe,

Who are the River Warriors? San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) River Warrior volunteers are integral to our agency’s vision of inspiring actions for healthy creeks and rivers. Every year

The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) and Bexar County invite the public to celebrate the completion of Phase 1 of San Pedro Creek Culture Park (Culture Park) Friday, October

Alerts

Gate 5 Trail Closure

The City of San Antonio Department of Public Works is in the process of completing updates on the Nueva St. Dam. Due to crane activity, the east sidewalk of the River Walk Trail from Villita St past E. Nueva St. and the bridge over the dam located just south of Nueva St. will be closed from August 20-26, 2024, between 7 AM and 4 PM. There is a marked detour route for pedestrians. We apologize for any inconvenience.

West Bank Trail Closure Notice

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. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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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