Avenue 16 1/2 Bridge Replacement at Dry Creek

The Avenue 16 1/2 Bridge Replacement at Dry Creek is a public works project managed by the Madera County Department of Public Works. The project involves the demolition of the existing bridge and the installation of a new bridge within the same alignment over Dry Creek in Madera, California. Key operational elements include worksite dewatering, vegetation removal, site preparation, and the installation of riprap for erosion control and long-term stability. The project is governed by Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement EPIMS-MAD-47429-R4, executed pursuant to California Fish and Game Code section 1602. Environmental compliance is a critical component of the contract, as the project is subject to a Mitigated Negative Declaration under the California Environmental Quality Act. This requires the adoption and adherence to a formal Mitigation Reporting or Monitoring Plan to ensure that environmental impacts remain insignificant. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife serves as the responsible agency for regulatory oversight, with official approval granted on August 1, 2025.