On Tuesday, April 14, from 6 to 8 pm, Caltrans will hold a scoping meeting at the Albion Elementary School (map).

At this meeting, Caltrans representatives will detail the current status of the planning process regarding the rehabilitation or replacement of the Albion River Bridge, as well as other aspects of the proposed construction project, which includes replacement of the Salmon Creek Bridge as well as widening and straightening of Highway 1 from Navarro Ridge Road to Albion Ridge Road.

This is a significant project, both in terms of cost and potential environmental and traffic impacts. Everyone is encouraged to attend and express their opinions and concerns regarding the project. Caltrans will be accepting written comments at this meeting.

For the Albion River Bridge project, Caltrans has prepared a “Notice of Preparation” document (NOP) that describes the project, its current alternatives, and potential environmental impacts. A PDF of the document is available.