State Route 78 Julian Asset Management Project

The California Department of Transportation is undertaking the State Route 78 Julian Asset Management Project, which involves pavement rehabilitation, stream channel modifications, roadside sign panel replacements, and facility upgrades to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The project includes the reconstruction of twelve stream locations and the execution of temporary water diversions to support construction activities while minimizing environmental impact. Authorization for these activities has been granted through Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreement EPIMS-SDO-63021-R5, issued by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife under Fish and Game Code section 1602, ensuring that the work adheres to state environmental regulations governing alterations to waterways and their surrounding habitats. The project is managed by Caltrans District 11 - San Diego and is currently listed as a forecast with a posted date of June 11, 2026. Primary project oversight is provided by Project Manager Miyoko Nakajima, with environmental compliance and permitting handled by Environmental Scientist Andrew Domingos of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. All work will occur within California, with specific activities concentrated along State Route 78 near Julian, and all actions are structured to balance infrastructure improvement with the protection of aquatic resources and ecosystems.