Other water elements include the Springs, Channel and Source fountains, which are part of an effort to educate visitors on responsible water stewardship. The Springs water feature, composed of 2,651 unique stones, mimics the karst formations in Central Texas. Each stone was cut using a five-axis CNC machine, supported by design software and physical mock-ups to perfect installation methods. The Channel water feature pays tribute to the acequias, a historic Spanish-colonial irrigation system, while the Source Fountain symbolizes the Blue Hole Spring that feeds the San Antonio River.

Photo by Cadre Concepts

All water features were placed on pier foundations and concrete subgrade shelves, suspending piping to prevent soil movement from causing damage. The design incorporates 260 mature trees—with some exceeding 30 ft in height— to help provide shading throughout the park.

Since crews had to work in San Antonio’s intense summer heat, the project team developed a comprehensive heat illness prevention program. Multiple shaded break areas were placed throughout the site, and as temperatures climbed, precautions intensified.

Hydration protocols mandated that every worker drink at least eight ounces of fluid every 20 minutes, supplemented by electrolyte sports drinks and ice pops to replenish vital salts lost through sweating. Heat awareness materials were prominently posted in both English and Spanish to ensure clear communication.