Centennial Creek trail reopens after major rehabilitation
Work aimed to improve flood management, enhance the local ecosystem
– The City of Paso Robles has completed a significant rehabilitation project at Centennial Creek, with the trail now fully open to the public. All barricades and caution tape were removed on Sept. 24 following the completion of the work, which aimed to improve flood management and enhance the local ecosystem.
The project included several key updates:
- Installation of roughened riffles to slow water flow and improve aquatic habitats
- Creation of secondary channels to enhance the creek’s capacity during heavy rain
- Removal of an obstructive chain-link fence to reduce blockage risks during storms
- Installation of a new box culvert and pedestrian bridge to improve water flow and pedestrian access
- Use of coir and straw fiber rolls for natural erosion control
- Recontouring and widening the channel to improve water flow and flood mitigation
Additional improvements are planned for the Centennial Creek corridor. These include the installation of a permanent guard rail, set to be completed by next Tuesday, and the application of hydroseeding to promote vegetation growth. Over 800 native plants, including oak trees, will also be planted, and two decorative light fixtures will be replaced to improve lighting along the trail.
These improvements are designed to strengthen the creek’s ecological health, enhance flood resilience, and improve public use of the trail.
For more information on the Centennial Creek Rehabilitation Project, contact the City of Paso Robles Public Works Department at (805) 237-3861 or visit www.prcity.com.
