Ebright Creek Fish Passage
Project Description
The Sammamish City Council adopted the 2017 to 2022 Six-Year Stormwater Capital Improvement Plan, which identifies the Ebright Creek Fish Passage project. The goal of the project is to restore the Ebright Creek crossing at East Lake Sammamish Parkway. To do this, the project will remove the existing culvert pipes and replace them with a fully fish-passable box culvert, with the goal of improving stream habitat and fish passage to support Kokanee salmon and other fish species.
Timeline
| Project Kick-off | Winter 2019 |
| 30% Design | Spring 2020 |
| 60% Design | Summer 2020 |
| Final Design | Fall/Winter 2021 |
| Construction | Summer 2021 |
Grant Awards
The project was awarded a $352,100 grant for design from the Brian Abbott Fish Barrier Removal Board. View the project snapshot through the Recreation and Conservation Office. More information on this program is available at https://wdfw.wa.gov/about/advisory/fbrb.
The project was awarded a $85,685 from the King County Cooperative Watershed Management Grant. More information on this program is available at https://www.govlink.org/watersheds/8/funding/default.aspx#cwm.
References
The Ebright Creek Enhancement Plan was completed by David Evans and Associates, Inc. in 2012. It provides background information on hydraulic monitoring, stream alignment, and coordination for the project.
Additional files on kokanee salmon are available from King County at https://www.kingcounty.gov/services/environment/animals-and-plants/salmon-and-trout/kokanee/documents.aspx.
Ebright Creek monitoring information is available on King County's Stream Report Page.
This project will require coordination with King County on their culvert replacement for the East Lake Sammamish Regional Trail, South Sammamish Segment B. Information related to their project can be found on King County's East Lake Sammamish Trail Project Page.
Project Team
- Stephanie Sullivan, Project Manager, City of Sammamish
- Nagwan Al-Janabi, Construction Manager, KBA, Inc.
- Mike Dysert, Contractor, Johansen Construction Company, LLC
- Laura Ruppert, Design Consultant, Osborn Consulting, Inc.
Construction Photos
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Kokanee Salmon Return to Ebright Creek
Final Project Update - 9/27 - 10/1
With the culvert installed and the roadway paved, the last of the contractor's tasks will finish up this week. This includes installing fencing on the culvert, landscaping, restriping the road, and installing signage. Project closeout will include a final punch list and any corrections needed for the City to accept the project.
Lastly, PSE and Ziply will be working to reconnect power, gas, and communications in the area of the project. Single-lane closures will continue until this is complete.
ELSP is OPEN!
On the afternoon of 9/16, East Lake Sammamish Parkway re-opened to traffic as scheduled.
ELSP Reopening Scheduled 9/16 and 3-week Look Ahead 8/31 - 9/20
East Lake Sammamish Parkway is scheduled to reopen by end of day 9/16. This is subject to change should unforeseen issues arise.
The project is continuing with many tasks to finish over the next month.
- Finish new water main connection.
- Finish new sewer connection.
- Complete culvert installation, fill with material and backfill.
- Stream realignment, grading, and install large woody debris.
- Turn off stream bypass.
- Install landscaping and irrigation.
- Restore laydown yard.
- Pave and stripe roadway.
- ELSP reopens by end of day 9/16.
Salmon SEEson is coming!
27 Aug 2021
From the Cedar/Lake Washington Salmon Recovery News for August 2021
Fall is coming and salmon will be returning to streams and rivers throughout King County to spawn. The annual Salmon SEEson program will run from late August through November, promoting self-guided salmon viewing sites as well as some hosted events (stay tuned!). If you decide to visit a self-guided site near you, please remember to plan ahead and practice social distancing, wear a mask, leave no trace, and contribute to an inclusive experience for all. Check out the Salmon SEEson website for more information on self-guided and viewing opportunities!
Project Updates 8/26
- Tree removals are complete.
- Excavation for the new culvert area is complete.
- Sewer bypass system is installed and operating.
- Culvert bottom sections and wing walls delivered and installed.
- Installation of the new sewer system is underway.
Upcoming Work
- Fill culvert with streambed material.
- Install culvert lids.
- Backfill culvert.
- Begin grading to prepare for road repaving.
- Begin upland/stream restoration, as time allows.
Project Updates and Three-week Look Ahead 8/16 - 9/3
Project Updates
- Dewatering system is installed and operating.
- Fish were relocated and the stream bypass system is installed and operating. See Construction Photosos section for some fish photos!
- Installed the new water main under the culvert and will connect to main line.
- East Lake Sammamish Parkway is closed 24 hours a day from 8/16 through September. A detour is posted and signs are being adjusted, as needed, to mitigate traffic impacts. See documents section for detour map!
- Due to limited access during the East Lake Sammamish Parkway closure, Republic Services will begin garbage, yard waste, and recycling collection at 6:00 a.m. on Tuesdays, the regular collection day for homes adjacent to the closure. Impacted homes will be receiving calls from Republic on 8/23 and 8/30 as a reminder before pick-up. We ask homes that receive a call to please have your carts out by 6:00 a.m. on August 24th and 31st.
- Road was demolished and removed.
The 3-Week Look Ahead gives us a realistic idea of the activities planned. Changes and unexpected conditions or events can occur that will cause this schedule to change over time.
- Tree removals are on-going.
- Clearing and grubbing the upland area, preparing for stream realignment to the new culvert crossing.
- Excavate the new culvert area.
- Install the sewer bypass system.
- Culvert delivery and installation of culvert bottom sections.
- Install new sewer system.
- Fill culvert with streambed material.
- Install culvert lids.
- Backfill culvert.
- Begin grading to prepare for road repaving.
- Begin upland/stream restoration, as time allows.
NOTICE: Extended Work Hours 8/16 - 9/3
Three-week Look Ahead 8/9 - 8/27
The 3-Week Look Ahead gives us a realistic idea of the activities planned. Changes and unexpected conditions or events can occur that will cause this schedule to change over time.
- Tree removals are ongoing.
- Clearing and grubbing the upland area, preparing for stream realignment to the new culvert crossing.
- Install dewatering well points to dewater (dry out) the excavation area. Turn on dewatering system (pumps will be running through-out this work).
- Fish block nets and fish relocation.
- Install and start the stream bypass system.
- Install the new water main under the culvert.
- Set up detour and close East Lake Sammamish Parkway, starting 8/16.
- Demolish the area of the existing road and remove.
- Excavate the new culvert area.
- Culvert delivery and installation of culvert bottom sections.
- Begin upland/stream restoration, as time allows.
This shows an excavator with an attachment called a hydraulic breaker. It is being used to break up the pavement that will be removed. This is one of two areas that will have a dewatering header pipe, which collects the water that is pulled from the ground. This will dry out the excavation area which is below the water table, to allow installation of the new culvert.
East Lake Sammamish Parkway Road Closure Starting 8/16
Starting August 16th there will be a minimum 3-week closure of East Lake Sammamish Parkway at Ebright Creek (located approximately at 125 E Lake Sammamish Parkway). The closure will allow for completion of the new water and sewer systems and installation of the box culvert. Additional notifications and message boards will be posted and a signed detour will be in place. View the detour plan.
Drivers should expect delays and consider using alternate routes.
The closure area is relatively small, but through access will not be permitted. This simplified detour map shows the primary detour route for vehicular traffic. There will be local access only on either side of the closure area. Drivers should consider alternate routes that may work better for their destination. During the closure, bicyclists and pedestrians will be able to detour around the closure using the East Lake Sammamish Regional Trail.
Three-Week Look-Ahead 7/19 - 8/6
The 3-Week Look Ahead gives us a realistic idea of the activities planned. Changes and unexpected conditions or events can occur that will cause this schedule to change over time.
- Eliminate the utility conflicts with Comast and Ziply.
- Traffic control and construction access will be set up.
- Tree removals and tree protection for those to remain will be installed.
- Clearing and grubbing the upland area.
- Prepare for and install the water bypass pipe and the new water main under the culvert.
- Install fish screens and prepare to install the stream bypass system.
- Install dewatering well points to prepare for dewatering the excavation area.
Project Update - June 2021
April 2021 Activities
- Reviewed contractor qualifications and confirmed responsible low bidder. Awarded the contract to Johansen Construction Company, LLC on April 7th.
- Issued the contractor a Limited Notice to Proceed to enable culvert procurement and other administrative work to begin.
- Finished and recorded easements for work on adjacent private property.
- Received the preliminary Special Use Permit from King County for staging and working in the trail right-of-way adjacent to the creek.
- Secured continued design support services with Osborn Consulting, Inc., the design consultant and engineer of record.
- Continued coordination with Sammamish Plateau Water on an Interlocal Agreement which will go to the City Council and District's Board of Commissioners in May.
- Continued coordination with other utilities, including Comcast, PSE, and Ziply.
Project Update - March 2021
- Held the virtual public bid opening on March 17th, the apparent low bidder is Johansen Construction Company, LLC. Anticipated award in April.
- Selected KBA, Inc. for Construction Management services.
- Finalized easement documents, anticipated approval in April.
- King County Special Use Permit pending issuance anticipated in April.
Invitation to Bid Published
The invitation to bid for the project was published today in the Seattle Times and the Daily Journal of Commerce. The bid period closes on 3/17/2021 at 2:00 PM PST. For those interested, the final plan set has been uploaded in the Documents section.
Project Update - February 2021
- Received approval from the Brian Abbott Fish Barrier Removal Board, Technical Review Team.
- Continuing to work on easements and the King County Special Use Permit.
- Completed 100% plans, specification, and estimate and posted to Builder's Exchange.
- Invitation to bid published, bid opening on 3/17.
- Solicitation for Construction Management services published.
- Anticipate awarding both contracts in April.
Project Update - January 2021
- Provided comment responses to the Brian Abbott Fish Barrier Removal Board, Technical Review Team.
- Continuing to work on temporary construction easements and the King County Special Use Permit.
- Continuing to coordinate with utility providers.
- Drafting the interlocal agreement with Sammamish Plateau Water.
- Reviewing draft 100% plans, specification, and estimate for final submittal.
- Preparing to advertise the project for bid beginning February 24.
Project Update - December 2020
- Held a public meeting on Dec. 10th. The presentation was recorded and may be viewed.
- Met with the Brian Abbott Fish Barrier Removal Board, and Technical Review Team to discuss 90% plan comments to incorporate into 100% plans.
- Continuing to work on temporary construction easements and the King County Special Use Permit.
- Continuing to coordinate with utility providers.
- Started drafting the interlocal agreement with Sammamish Plateau Water.
- Continuing work to draft 100% design plans.
- Preparing for bidding on the project in February.
YOU'RE INVITED! Public Meeting - December 10th at 6:00 PM
Project Update - September 2020
Project Update - August 2020
- Continuing to address 60% comments from project constituents, including the Brian Abbott Fish Barrier Removal Board, King County, the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, Sammamish Plateau Water, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
- Started working on temporary construction easements.
- Started coordinating with King County on a Special Use Permit for construction staging.
- Continuing to incorporate comments and refine project plans for 90% design.
- Continuing to coordinate with utility providers.
It's Salmon SEEson!
Consider visiting Ebright Creek during Salmon SEEson to view the salmon in their natural habitat. More info on other viewing sites and directions/parking is provided below.
Fall is coming and salmon will be returning to streams and rivers throughout King County to spawn. The 14th annual Salmon SEEson program will run from late August through November, promoting self-guided salmon viewing sites as well as virtual tour opportunities. If you decide to visit a self-guided site near you, please remember to recreate responsibly: plan ahead, practice physical distancing, wear a mask, choose a site near you, leave no trace, and contribute to an inclusive experience for all. Check out the Salmon SEEson website for more information on self-guided and virtual viewing opportunities!
*This information was re-posted from the WRIA 8 update. You can subscribe to their newsletter at www.govlink.org/watersheds/8/news/.
Project Update - July 2020
Frequently Asked Questions
The project is mostly funded by the City budget for capital stormwater projects. Approximately $400,000 in grant money was awarded to the project by the Brian Abbott Fish Barrier Removal Board and the King County Cooperative Watershed Management fund.
In-stream work is only allowed between mid-July through September because this is when fish are not swimming upstream. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife regulates this through its Hydraulic Project Approval process.
Kokanee salmon are native to the Lake Sammamish and Lake Washington watersheds but now spawn in only a few streams that feed into Lake Sammamish. Unlike their larger relative the sockeye salmon, kokanee do not go out to the ocean but spend their entire lifecycle in fresh water. They migrate from streams as inch-long fry and spend three to four years in Lake Sammamish before returning to spawn in the late fall and early winter in their natal streams. You can find more information about Kokanee salmon at https://kingcounty.gov/services/environment/animals-and-plants/salmon-and-trout/kokanee.aspx.
Yes, bicyclists and pedestrians can use the East Lake Sammamish Regional Trail to detour around the closure.
During the full closure of ELSP, the normal work hours vary but are typically between 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM (8-hour shift with 1-hour lunch). The contractor is not working extended hours on a daily basis.
ELSP is scheduled to reopen on 9/16, but issues may arise that cause this date to change.
The road will be temporarily closed 24 hours a day for the duration of the culvert installation, a minimum of 3 weeks.