Yreka Creek Greenway
GREENWAY PROGRESS/EVOLUTION
Goals
To enhance Yreka Creek’s capability as an anadromous fish (Salmon and Steelhead) stream
To provide educational opportunities regarding the values of aquatic and streamside resources
To provide an additional recreational opportunity with the community that enhances both quality of life and tourism.
To serve as a key link in establishing a city-wide non-motorized transportation system
Objectives
Fisheries habitat improvement
Education and interpretation relating to the fishery
Recreation
Law enforcement and security
Land easement acquisition
Accomplishments
A visitor center consisting of a formal plaza with murals, benches, and plantings
Picnic areas
An outdoor classroom
A short loop trail
Trailside benches
Interpretive signing
Current Projects
In 2006 Yreka Creek Greenway was awarded $1.4 million grant through the California River Parkways Grant Program. In addition to our previous and continuing projects, this funding supports our current Greenway improvements.
Construction Planned for 2010/2011
Yreka Creek Greenway Conceptual Design
Visitor Center Conceptual Plan
| You can open an easy-to-view PDF (8.5" x 14") of the design plans above by clicking on the desired image. |
Previous and Continuing Projects
Oberlin Road to Interstate 5
Project Benefit Goals and Achievements
Removal of excess materials
Trail placement within floodplain
Urban runoff treatment
Stream channel protection, restoration, and enhancement
Wildlife habitat protection and restoration
Trash and debris removal
Read the designer's two page discussion of the Oberlin Road project design elements
Video Presentations
Click on a project below
Oberlin Floodplain Restoration Site