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Restroom Closure Notice
The AME Men’s Restroom will be closed Monday, November 17 through Tuesday, November 18, 2025 for scheduled maintenance.
We appreciate your patience while our team completes this work.
The restroom at Espada Park will be temporarily closed due to a water leak. Our team is working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding!
When: Beginning October 20, 2025 through Spring 2026
What: Crews will be performing stem-density removal and related vegetation maintenance along sections of the Mission Reach to help manage flood risk and protect surrounding infrastructure. Some trails or segments may be closed temporarily while work is underway.
Why: Removing excess stems that naturally establish along the river helps maintain stormwater conveyance, reduces flood risk, and protects public infrastructure while allowing grassland and native vegetation to recover and thrive.
What to expect:
Questions? Call the San Antonio River Authority at (210) 227-1373 or visit https://www.sariverauthority.org/services/river-health/ecosystems/.
Thank you for your patience while we keep the Mission Reach safe, clean, and enjoyable.
Maintenance work will be done in Calder Alley starting Wednesday, September 18, 2025.
We appreciate your patience as we continue to maintain and improve San Pedro Creek for all to enjoy!
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.
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.
NOTICE: HWY 59 Landing Site Closed
Due to TxDOT construction on the HWY 59 Bridge, the HWY 59 landing site is closed until further notice. However, the Goliad Paddling Trail remains open, and paddlers can still access the river at the Riverdale, Ferry Street, and Goliad State Park landings.
Please plan accordingly and check back for updates.
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