5 Jan 2018

Draft feasibility report for Yuba River Eco Study published, meetings set

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District published a draft feasibility report and environmental assessment today, marking a major milestone in the Yuba River Ecosystem Restoration feasibility study. The draft report outlines a proposed plan to reconnect the Yuba River to its floodplain, create rearing habitat for juvenile fish, create riparian habitat, and facilitate improved conditions for the natural recruitment of riparian habitat.

18 May 2017

High-volume flows of Yuba River pose danger

Unusually high water flows creating unique set of problems

12 Feb 2016

Natomas basin construction highlights nearly $200 million for Sacramento District projects

Funding to begin construction in the Natomas basin leads the list of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District projects receiving funds for fiscal year 2016. Nearly $200 million is included for 16 flood risk reduction and ecosystem restoration projects.

28 Oct 2015

Corps adds fourth meeting to discuss Yuba River ecosystem restoration study

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District has expanded its series of public scoping meetings discussing the feasibility of ecosystem restoration in Northern California’s Yuba River watershed to include a Nov. 5 meeting in Downieville, Calif.

9 Oct 2015

Corps to discuss Yuba River ecosystem restoration study at public meetings

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District will host a series of public scoping meetings discussing the feasibility of ecosystem restoration in Northern California’s Yuba River watershed in late October and early November.

1 Jul 2015

$3 million Yuba River ecosystem restoration feasibility study begins

A federal cost-sharing agreement has been approved between the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Yuba County Water Agency, the non-federal partner, for a $3 million Yuba River ecosystem restoration feasibility study.