San Antonio River Authority

San Antonio River Authority
Abbreviation SARA
Motto "Leaders in Watershed Solutions"
Formation 1937
Type Government-owned corporation
Purpose Water conservation and reclamation
Headquarters 100 East Guenther Street, San Antonio, Texas, 78204
Region served
Bexar, Goliad, Karnes, and Wilson counties, Texas
General Manager
Suzanne B. Scott
Main organ
Board of Directors
Website http://www.sara-tx.org/

The San Antonio River Authority (SARA) was formed in 1937 by the Texas legislature. Its main concerns are water supply and water conservation in the San Antonio River basin in Bexar, Goliad, Karnes, and Wilson counties. The general offices of the authority are located at 100 East Guenther Street, San Antonio, Texas, 78204.[1]

Dams and reservoirs

SARA operates 13 dams in Karnes County and all 26 dams in Bexar County.

SARA also provides project assistance in maintaining and improving the famed San Antonio River Walk.

See also

References

  1. San Antonio River Authority (2009). "About Us". Accessed January 23, 2009.


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