Sandia Creek Drive bridge construction to re-start in September

FALLBROOK – The Sandia Creek Drive bridge replacement project two miles north of Fallbrook is anticipated to re-start construction in September 2024 with a new pivoted design arching over the river close to the existing structure.

What started as a fish passage project for endangered steelhead trout in the Santa Margarita River, led by CalTrout and funded by state and federal agencies, is an important multi-benefit community project that enhances public safety by also eliminating the top flooding hotspot in the county.

Once permitting and design plans are approved, the new alignment will begin...