Mill Creek Habitat Connectivity Project

The Mill Creek Habitat Connectivity Project is a forecast initiative led by the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board in California to improve geomorphic function and instream habitat connectivity within Mill Creek, a tributary to Strongs Creek and the lower Eel River. Located in Fortuna, Humboldt County, the project focuses on upgrading and replacing five culverted stream crossings that currently act as barriers to fish passage. The primary objective is to restore natural stream flow and enhance the mobility of aquatic organisms, specifically salmonids, to support broader watershed ecological recovery. The project is classified as a small habitat restoration effort covering less than five acres and has been granted a categorical exemption under Section 15333 of the California Environmental Quality Act, as it is determined that the work will not significantly impact endangered species or their habitats. Key personnel involved include Jake Shannon as the lead agency contact and Mat Nyberg of the City of Fortuna as the project implementer. While the project was posted on July 28, 2025, under NAICS code 237990, there are currently no specified contract values, formal evaluation factors, or detailed delivery schedules provided in the available documentation.