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Derek Boese, JD, PMP General Manager The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) is closing out 2023, saying “Thank you for your service” to two of our elected board members.

The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) has a long history of partnering with the City of San Antonio and Bexar County. In 2014, the agencies identified a need to

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

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

Within the San Antonio River Basin, the City of San Antonio and Bexar County have a long history of flooding, particularly flash flooding. As part of Flash Flood Alley, this

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).

The 1998 flood in San Antonio; a 100-year flood disaster. Photo credit: San Antonio Express-News Welcome to the San Antonio River Authority’s (River Authority) Basin Report Card series! The San

We have recently fielded some questions from the public about the stem density removal work taking place along the Mission Reach of the San Antonio River Walk. Back in October

San Antonio Fire Department conducts rescues during major flooding in 2002. Photo credit: San Antonio Express-News The San Antonio River Basin is made up of a complex arrangement of creeks

Photo credit: Vanessa Velazquez As part of our commitment to safe, clean, and enjoyable creeks and rivers, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) leads stream restoration efforts to improve

Alerts

Stem Density Efforts

Update: Trails are open for the weekend until work resumes on Monday. Thank you for your patience and stay safe!

Please be advised that trails near the Confluence Park and Conception Park area will be temporarily closed due to ongoing Stem Density efforts. We appreciate your cooperation and ask that you remain mindful of workers and closures when in the vicinity. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve our natural spaces!

 

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail Temporarily Closed

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.

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. The East Bank will also be intermittently closed on Monday, November 4th, to install the bridge. Please use caution when navigating around this area. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Please refer to the map for reference. 

San Pedro Creek Culture Park

The restrooms at South Alamo will be temporarily closed for maintenance and repairs. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. 

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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