Quinley Avenue Bridge Replacement Project

The Quinley Avenue Bridge Replacement Project, identified by Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreement EPIMS-MER-57015-R4, is an infrastructure initiative led by the Merced County Department of Public Works. Located at the Quinley Avenue crossing of Black Rascal Creek in Atwater, California, the project involves the demolition of the existing bridge and the construction of a new three-span structure. The new bridge superstructure will be 5.5 feet wider and 16 feet longer than the original, while remaining within the same footprint to improve overall safety and operations. Additional scope of work includes grading and the installation of rock slope protection. The project was approved by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife on August 15, 2025, pursuant to Fish and Game Code section 1602. This approval was granted based on a Negative Declaration indicating no significant environmental effects within the agency's jurisdiction, provided that specific mitigation measures and a Mitigation Reporting or Monitoring Plan are implemented. The project is classified under NAICS code 237310, and primary coordination is managed through the Merced County Planning Division and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.