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Be River Proud! Enjoying River Authority Nature Parks

The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) staff is committed to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers but we need YOU to help us protect and preserve area natural resources

River Authority Donates to Goliad County Library

GOLIAD, TX – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) in conjunction with Goliad Historical Society donated $3,000 to the Goliad County Library’s J.A. White Family Goliad Center for Texas

Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival RETURNS with New Location in 2021!

This is a contributed piece by our non-profit partner, the San Antonio River Foundation. The blog is about the upcoming Monarch Butterfly & Pollinator Festival, an annual event the San

Upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events Encourage Community to Dispose of their Waste Properly

It’s that time of year again! The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) is gearing up to host the fall Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events in Wilson, Karnes, and Goliad

Flooding Flashback – 100th Anniversary of the Big Flood of 1921

The San Antonio River Basin has a long history of flooding that has shaped how communities prepare for future flood events. In the San Antonio River Basin, particularly in Bexar,

River Authority’s Inaugural River Symposium Offers Opportunities to Learn and Engage with the San Antonio River Basin

Inaugural River Symposium winning design by Jeff Ramirez of San Antonio The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority), in partnership with the San Antonio River Foundation will host the Inaugural

Newly Renovated Falls City Lions Club Park Welcomes Visitors

The new playground equipment features commercial-grade, ADA compliant structures. Photo credit: Falls City Lions Club The quality of life and health of citizens who live in the San Antonio River

Celebrating South Texas Natives: The Longear Sunfish

Public Art by Donald Lipski From the urban environment at its headwaters to wild, rural stretches, there are numerous locations along the 240 miles of the San Antonio River that

River Authority Spotlight: Real Estate Team

Museum Reach photo by Real Estate Team  The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) relies on the expertise of its engineers, scientists, technical, and specialized staff to carry out the

My River POV: River Authority Intern Edition

Photo credit: Lilian Bemporad 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

Alerts

Hendrick Arnold Nature Park Temporary Closure

Hendrick Arnold Nature Park will be closed from Monday 8/10 – Friday 8/21 for new playground development. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve this park for your enjoyment.

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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