Ferndale Access Project, 01-0N330

The geotechnical investigation aims to support the rehabilitation or repair of Fernbridge on State Route 211 in Humboldt County by collecting critical subsurface data to inform future design alternatives. The project involves drilling seven boreholes to determine bedrock depth, soil composition, and other geologic conditions necessary for structural planning, with two of these boreholes located on the Eel River’s gravel bar outside the wetted channel. Each of the two riverbed borings is expected to reach a maximum depth of 300 feet and have a diameter of approximately 6 inches, resulting in a minimal temporary footprint of about 150 square feet per hole. The work is designed to avoid disruption to the active river channel and will focus on gathering high-resolution geotechnical data to ensure safe and sustainable bridge design. The project falls under the Ferndale Access Project and is managed by California’s Fish and Wildlife, Region 1, with primary contact Greg O’Connell, Environmental Scientist, and secondary contact Jeff Pimentel from Caltrans. The initiative was posted on August 5, 2026, as a forecast notice to prepare stakeholders for upcoming procurement. While no solicitation number or NAICS code is provided yet, the location of performance is specified as Ferndale, California, and the activity is part of broader infrastructure preservation efforts on a vital state transportation link. The data collected will directly influence engineering decisions, environmental compliance, and long-term resilience planning for Fernbridge.