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Winter 2024 Message from the GM

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 Most-Viewed Blogs in 2023

Happy New Year, San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) blog subscribers! Once a week, we enjoy bringing you exciting information about the San Antonio River Watershed (also known as the

Expanding our SAFE Mission with New WAZE Partnership

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

Board Insights: River Authority recognizes outgoing board members Morales and Bolner Prost

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

San Antonio River Authority Celebrates Two Retiring Board Members – Hector Morales and Deb Bolner Prost Depart River Authority Board this Month

(SAN ANTONIO)- The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) Board of Directors and staff celebrated the contributions of two retiring Bexar County At-Large board members Hector Morales and Deb Bolner

Recapping 2023 Events with the San Antonio River Foundation

This piece is contributed by the San Antonio River Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports scientific and educational activities that promote and encourage the conservation, stewardship, restoration, preservation and enjoyment

San Antonio River Authority Partners With Popular Waze App To Deliver Real-Time Low Water Crossing Alerts And Enhance Road Safety

(SAN ANTONIO, TX) – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with WAZE, the popular crowd-sourced navigation app, to provide real-time information on

My River POV: Kim Garcia

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

285 Pounds of Trash Removed during American Rivers Clean-up Day with River Warriors and JP Morgan Chase Volunteers

(SAN ANTONIO)–The River Warrior Program led by San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) and the San Antonio River Foundation joined forces with American Rivers, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to

River Authority mussel reintroduction project enters final stages

San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) environmental scientists have been working since 2017 to bring native freshwater mussels back to the upper reaches of the San Antonio River, beginning with

Alerts

Park Closure: Safety Notice

Safety Notice: All lower sections of River Crossing Park, Graytown, and Helton have been closed to due to flooding. They will remain closed until further notice.

Stay Weather‑Aware

We are experiencing heavy rains and thunderstorms over the next few days and are currently under a flood watch. Heavy rains in short time spans may result in high water on roads and temporary closures at low water crossings.

Before heading out, residents are encouraged to check SARiverFlood.org or their local county flood website for real‑time roadway conditions:

These sites provide up‑to‑date information from flood‑monitoring sensors across the region. Real‑time updates are available 24/7 to help you stay informed as conditions change.

Please use caution when traveling and plan routes accordingly.

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.

Goliad Paddling Trail Alert

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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