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Welcome to the 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 through

The Westside Creeks Ecosystem Restoration Project is a community-initiated restoration effort for the network of creeks on San Antonio’s Westside. The project’s focus is to restore 11 miles of the

If you attended the 9th Annual Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival, you may have noticed some people walking around covered in trash while picking up litter. Your eyes weren’t deceiving

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

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 connection to

On Saturday, September 28th, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) celebrated 2024 National Public Lands Day with two volunteer events engaging Toyota Motor Manufacturing Texas and JP Morgan Chase

The San Antonio River is more than just a waterway; it’s a living, breathing part of our community’s history and identity. As a descendant of the original settlers at Mission

The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) Board of Directors has a new board member representing Goliad County. John Yochem Jr. was appointed by Governor Abbott to fill the Goliad

Did the picture above get your heart racing? You’re not alone. Fear of snakes, also known as ophidiophobia, is one of the most common phobias in the world. Across many

It’s official; HHW Events have been scheduled for Fall 2024! In collaboration with local partners, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) holds six Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Events

Alerts

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.

Stem Density Efforts

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!

 

Gas Spill

The San Antonio River Authority and the City of San Antonio are actively working to contain a recent gas spill in the Downtown River Walk Loop area, which occurred earlier today. The source of the spill is unknown but has stopped. At this time, no environmental impacts have been observed, and teams are implementing measures to fully contain and remove the substance. We will provide updates as the situation develops.

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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