W 19th Street Bridge

The W 19th Street Bridge access point provides a convenient launch location on the North Concho River in downtown San Angelo. This site offers paddlers and small boaters a way to access the river in an urban setting, making it suitable for kayakers and canoeists looking for a local paddling option. The North Concho River in this area flows through San Angelo before continuing downstream toward the reservoirs south of the city.

Paddlers using this access should be aware of upstream and downstream conditions. Twin Buttes Reservoir lies approximately 6 miles south, and O.C. Fisher Lake (completed in 1952 for flood control) is also located downstream on the North Concho River system. These reservoirs influence water levels and flow conditions, so checking current water conditions before paddling is recommended. The river's character in the San Angelo area can vary seasonally, so experienced paddlers familiar with reading water conditions will have the best experience at this location.