Overview
This project replaced a culvert, allowing migratory fish to access additional upstream habitat for spawning.
The original culvert outlet, located at milepost 12.7, was too high, exceeding the jumping capabilities of fish.
WSDOT and its contractor identified, removed and replaced a 30-inch diameter culvert with a three-sided, 12-foot-wide bottomless culvert.
Replacing the culvert allows migratory fish to access additional upstream habitat for spawning.
 | Protects Environment
The new culvert improves fish passage and water flow. The bottomless design of the culvert provides a more natural streambed.
Replacing the culvert also minimized required maintenance.
|
Partnerships & Cooperation
WSDOT awarded the contract to Seton Construction, Inc. of Port Townsend, on Feb. 17, 2009.
Construction began on April, 2009 and was complete May, 2009.
To reduce traffic impacts, construction was scheduled during the planned six-week closure of the Hood Canal Bridge that started on May 1, 2009.
Replacing the culvert required a full road closure of SR 104. Crews excavated to a depth of 30-feet across SR 104 to install the new culvert.
During the road closure, local traffic was detoured onto Paradise Bay Road, Oak Bay Road and Beaver Valley Road.
Funding
Funding for the project was provided through the following sources:
- State Gas Tax - $725,499
- Federal Funds - $869,355
- Total Funding Available From All Sources - $1,594,854
Contact Us
Jerry Moore, Project Engineer
WSDOT, Port Angeles Project Engineer Office
1707 South C Street
Port Angeles, WA 98363-7456
Phone: 360-565-0620
back to top