A road assessment of Old Maverick was completed and found to be safe to open the road in accordance with posted signage.
Communications Center
Big Bend National Park
PO Box 129
Big Bend Nat’l Park, TX 79834
Phone 432-477-1187
Fax 432-477-1178
From: Bratton, Scott P on behalf of BIBE Communications Center, NPS <bibe_communications_center@nps.gov>
Sent: Monday, August 17, 2026 9:13 AM
Subject: Fw: Daily Report August 17th, 2026
Sent: Monday, August 17, 2026 9:13 AM
Subject: Fw: Daily Report August 17th, 2026
Road Closure update, Old Maverick is closed due to unsafe conditions as a result of rain over the weekend.
Communications Center
Big Bend National Park
PO Box 129
Big Bend Nat’l Park, TX 79834
Phone 432-477-1187
Fax 432-477-1178
From: Bratton, Scott P on behalf of BIBE Communications Center, NPS <bibe_communications_center@nps.gov>
Sent: Monday, August 17, 2026 8:54 AM
Subject: Daily Report August 17th, 2026
Sent: Monday, August 17, 2026 8:54 AM
Subject: Daily Report August 17th, 2026
Black Cat Appreciation Day celebrates our mysterious, sleek, and often misunderstood feline friends every August 17. These beautiful creatures, sometimes unfairly associated with bad luck, deserve all the love and attention. Take time today to appreciate a black cat, learn about their unique charm, or consider adopting one from a local shelter.
Communications Center
Big Bend National Park
PO Box 129
Big Bend Nat’l Park, TX 79834
Phone 432-477-1187
Fax 432-477-1178
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