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WHAT: The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) will conduct operations and maintenance activities as a part of the City of San Antonio’s (COSA) draining of portions of the San

In our quarterly RIVER CAMP! Series, we invite younger supporters of the San Antonio River (and those young at heart) to learn more about this precious freshwater resource. Tune in

Hello to all our readers and supporters of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) blog. The blog that was scheduled for today is going to run next week. It’s

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio River Authority Board of Directors approved a new slate of officers at their final meeting of 2021, which occurred on December 15th. The new

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) announced today that the Westside Creeks Ecosystem Restoration Project (Westside Creeks) has received the full federal share of the project

A yellow bullhead catfish! One of the many species found in the 2021 Mission Reach Intensive Nekton Survey (MRINS). After six long days trudging through thick riparian vegetation and wading

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

Aquatic Biologist Zoe Nichols holds two Largemouth Bass during a fish survey. Welcome to the River Authority’s Basin Report Card series! In 2020, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority)

The Mission Reach of the San Antonio River. The San Antonio River Basin provides ample opportunities to enjoy quality time outdoors.  As part of the San Antonio River Authority’s (River

A Northern mockingbird guards Yaupon Holly berries at the River Authority Main Office. All eyes were on birds last week, as enthusiasts around the Unites States completed the annual Christmas

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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