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June is National Rivers Month, a time to pay tribute to all the magnificent rivers across our country, including the San Antonio River! This year’s National Rivers Month is especially
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
In observance of National Dam Safety Awareness Day, learn about the history of this day and the many dams operated and maintained by the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority).
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
A Parkinson’s carpenter bee (Xylocopa tabaniformis ssp. Parkinsoniae) in mid-flight. Photo Credit: Lee Marlowe In our quarterly RIVER CAMP! Series, we invite younger supporters of the San Antonio River (and
In the past few years, the San Antonio River has faced a new threat to its ecosystem. San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) biologists first responded to the observation of
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
The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) staff is committed to safe, clean, and enjoyable creeks and rivers. Still, we need YOU to help us protect and preserve area natural
Top left: A freshwater mussel filter feeds with its incurrent and excurrent apertures. Top right: Mussels recovered during a relocation event. Species include Yellow sandshell, Pistolgrip, Pimpleback, Threeridge, and Washboard.
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.
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.
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.
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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