San Antonio River Authority
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| 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
- ↑ San Antonio River Authority (2009). "About Us". Accessed January 23, 2009.
External links
- Official website
- The University of Texas at San Antonio houses a collection of records consisting of reports, project materials, correspondence, maps, surveys, minutes and photographs. Also included are newspaper clippings, publications including SARA newsletters, magazines, and brochures. Historical research materials in the collection include photographs and documentation of the flood of 1921 as well as photographs of activity of the San Antonio River during the early part of the 20th century.
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