Road Improvements & Decommissioning

Decommissioning

 

See slideshow of road decommissioning program.

Many roads in the watershed were used almost exclusively for logging traffic in the past and will no longer be needed. The over $5 million is designated for a road decommissioning program to deconstruct 236 miles (38%) of the existing road network. This will have substantial benefits, as these roads will no longer contribute to sedimentation of streams and will not require the time and money involved in maintenance.

Roads will be deconstructed in a manner that will improve hillside drainage patterns and stability and minimize sediment delivery to streams. At stream crossings, culverts and fill material will be removed and other restoration efforts will be undertaken to restore natural stream function, benefit fish survival, increase spawning habitat, and protect the drinking water supply.

For more information, contact:
Marti Spencer
(206) 233-1525
marti.spenser@seattle.gov