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Corte Madera Creek downstream at the end of the concrete channel, behind the College of Marin sports fields. It is a calm looking creek, with grassy banks and trees, but there is a large concrete wall along the sides of part of the creek.

Open House Scheduled for Corte Madera Creek Project

Posted on September 19, 2024

For Immediate Release - Ross Valley, CA - An informational event on this flood risk reduction project's progress is set for October 15 The Marin County Flood Control and Water Conservation District will soon host an information open house about an ongoing project to reduce the frequency and severity of flooding in the lower Ross Valley. Modifications...
Map showing the approximate location of a project along Corte Madera Creek in Marin.

Open House and News for Corte Madera Creek Flood Risk Management Project, September 2024

Posted on September 17, 2024

News: The Corte Madera Creek Flood Risk Management Project, intended to reduce flood risk in areas of Kentfield, Ross and Larkspur (see project area map image in the news post header), continues to implement modifications to the 50-plus-year-old concrete channel to enhance the functionality of Corte Madera Creek.  The most recent milestone is the completed...
Creek clearing activities shown in Novato Creek

Storm Season Preparations are Underway

Posted on August 9, 2024

For Immediate Release - Marin County, CA - County conducts annual maintenance in advance of the typically rainy months  While it is easy to forget during the hot, dry months of summer, winters can bring intense storms to Marin, delivering significant impacts across the county, including downed trees, landslides, damaged roadways and flooded streets. Minimizing...
View of rolling, grassy hills in Marin County, the Zone 9 area.

Storm Drainage Fee Update Report now available

Posted on July 15, 2024

Annually, Zone 9 prepares an update on the 20-year Ross Valley storm drain fee for approval by the Marin County Flood Control and Water Conservation District (District).  The fee was approved by voters in 2007 and extends through fiscal year 2026-2027. The draft  2024 Storm Drain Fee Update Report is now available: Notice of Hearing ...
Flood Logo Horizontal 01

Corte Madera Creek Flood Risk Management Project update, May 2024

Posted on May 22, 2024

Construction of the Granton Park Stormwater Pump Station is substantially complete. PG&E will energize the station soon and the District anticipates completing final pump testing in July 2024. The pump station is expected to be operational for the coming winter season.  In February 2024, the District began working with a consultant to provide Federal Emergency Management...
View of San Anselmo Bridge at Creek Level

County to Seek FEMA Review Process Prior to San Anselmo Bridge Removal

Posted on January 11, 2024

In light of a clarification received this week from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Marin County Flood Control and Water Conservation District announced a postponement for removing Building Bridge 2 (BB2) from the creek in downtown San Anselmo. As recently as last week, the District felt the bridge removal could proceed later this...
The left side of the photo shows BB2 viewed at creek level, from a distance. The right side of the photo shows a close up of the bridge support columns, with cracks in the concrete.

Community Open House Planned in January 2024

Posted on December 16, 2023

The Marin County Flood Control and Water Conservation District will be hosting a Community Informational Open House about the San Anselmo Creek Bridge removal (BB2) on January 11, 2024, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the San Anselmo Town Council Chambers, located at 525 San Anselmo Avenue. During this two hour open house, you...
Aerial view of San Anselmo creek channel, showing gravel, low flow water, and vegetation.

Second EIR Addendum Review Period Extended

Posted on November 20, 2023

Revised Notice of Availability Addendum to 2018 Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the San Anselmo Flood Risk Reduction Project (Building Bridge #2) Project Location: 634-636 San Anselmo Ave., San Anselmo, CA                                                                                        Project Contact: Hugh Davis, Civil Engineer | (415) 473-4232 | envplanning@marincounty.org Project Summary: *Please note* The public review period for this notice has...
Aerial view of San Anselmo creek channel, showing gravel, low flow water, and vegetation.

Second EIR Addendum Available for Review

Posted on November 3, 2023

The Marin County Flood Control & Water Conservation District has been working for the past several years on the San Anselmo Flood Risk Reduction (SAFRR) Project, which is a significant effort to protect lives and property during severe storms.   In 2018, the Board of Supervisors certified the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Project.  ...
Partially flooded roadway near an intersection with cars.

High Tides Expected Over Next Few Months

Posted on October 24, 2023

For Immediate Release - San Rafael, CA - Seasonal tide levels could impact areas with history of localized flooding Seasonal high tides can cause flooding along shoreline communities and low-lying roads in Marin County. Tide-related flooding can happen whether it is raining or not, but the flooding can increase significantly if the elevated tides occur...

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