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Read Time: 3.5 Minutes Welcome to our second installment of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) Utilities series. As we outlined in the introduction to this series, we will

This partnership has grown and evolved over the years into a beautiful, mutually beneficial relationship of trust and excellence while significantly impacting the San Antonio community. Read Time: 4 minutes

Read Time: 4.5 minutes 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

Read Time: 4.5 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) staff

Reading Time: 3 min Derek Boese, JD, PMP General Manager Happy 4th of July! As we celebrate our Nation’s Independence this month, it is an excellent opportunity to reflect on

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

Reading Time: 3 minutes Greetings San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) blog readers! Twice a week, we enjoy bringing you exciting information about the San Antonio River Watershed (also known

Welcome to the San Antonio River Authority’s (River Authority) Basin Report Card series! The San Antonio River Basin Report Card is an annual assessment of twelve indicators that highlight the

Many remarkable snakes flourish in the thriving ecosystems of the San Antonio River Watershed, including our native Mexican milk snake (Lampropeltis annulate). These non-venomous constrictors use their mouths to catch

The Board of Directors of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) has adopted a $371.6 million-dollar budget for the Fiscal Year 2022-23 (FY23). The proposed budget is based on

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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