Mitchell Lake

Mitchell Lake is a small lake in the southern part of San Antonio that encompasses approximately 600 acres (2.4 km) within its city limits, in southern Bexar County. It was used as a waste management center for the city but has since fallen under SAWS control. A redevelopment effort has started on the lake with the openings of golf courses and parks. These efforts aim to change the perceptions of people in the South Texas area who associate with the lake with uncleanliness. The lake is beloved by birdwatchers who enjoy the sights of many species of bird that live on or around the lake. The lake was first utilized by the Spanish in the early 18th century to supply the large abundance of cattle with water. They called it the "Lake of the...