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The Most-Viewed Blogs in 2022

Happy New Year, San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) blog subscribers! Twice a week, we enjoy bringing you exciting information about the San Antonio River Watershed (also known as the

My River POV: Sandy West, Human Resources Director

Growing up in Southeast Louisiana, I regularly enjoyed freshwater fishing, casting many lines in the lakes, rivers, and bayous near my home. I recall fond memories of my family catching,

River Authority joins A&M-SA for 380-acre project on Southside

The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) and Texas A&M University-San Antonio (A&M-SA) announced a joint recreational and environmental collaboration along the historic San Antonio River in November 2022. The

River Authority joins A&M-SA for 380-acre project on Southside

The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) and Texas A&M University-San Antonio (A&M-SA) announced a joint recreational and environmental collaboration along the historic San Antonio River in November 2022. The

The Authority on Flood Safety

As the Authority on flood safety, keeping lives, property, and our natural environment safe and secure from the devastating effects of major flooding is a top concern for the San

2023 New Years Message from the General Manager

Welcome to 2023! I hope you enjoyed time with family and friends over the holidays and, most importantly, spent your time safely. Looking back to my January 2022 Message, you

Board Insights: Dr. James Fuller of Goliad County

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 and their personal connection to

Backyard Birds- Help Your Feathered Friends This Winter!

This week, birders throughout the United States are feverishly completing their sightings in Audubon’s 123rd Christmas Bird Count, which will culminate in the celebration of National Bird Day on January

River Authority updates floodplain maps; Open Houses begin January 2023

As the Authority on flood safety, the top priority for the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) is public safety through flood risk management. With documented increases in the intensity

Utilities Maintenance: Jacks of all Trades

Welcome to our fourth installment of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) Utilities series. As we outlined in the introduction to this series, we are sharing what each team

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Museum Reach Maintenance Alert

April 18, 2025

Intermittent trail closures next week near I-35 overpasses by Newell Ave.
Trail maintenance will take place Monday, April 21 through Wednesday, April 23, from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Mon-Tues) and 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Wed).
Closures will rotate between the east and west bank trails under I-35 at the Newell Ave. access point. Crews will reopen the trail segments when not actively working.

♿️ Alternate ADA-accessible routes are available:

If west bank is closed ➡️ use east bank via Camden St.
If east bank is closed ➡️ use west bank via Camden St.

Thank you for your patience as we complete this important maintenance work.

Trail Closure: Museum Reach at Pearl

April 9, 2025

* Trail temporarily closed from 2/3/2025 until 4/25/2025.
* For southbound pedestrian traffic, please exit the river and utilize the Hotel Emma bridge to gain access to the east side river trail. Access to the east side river trail via the elevator or stairs.
* For northbound pedestrian traffic, please exit the river trail at the south bridge to gain access to the east side river trail. Continue north through Pearl towards Hotel Emma. The west & east side river trail accessible via the Hotel Emma bridge.

North Bridge West Landing & Stairs Trail Closure Map

 

Goliad Paddling Trail Alert

March 6, 2025

NOTICE: HWY 59 Landing Site Closed

Due to TxDOT construction on the HWY 59 Bridge, the HWY 59 landing site is closed until further notice. However, the Goliad Paddling Trail remains open, and paddlers can still access the river at the Riverdale, Ferry Street, and Goliad State Park landings.

Please plan accordingly and check back for updates.

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail Temporarily Closed

November 20, 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.

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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