Sandra Jacobson, Ph.D.California Trout, Director, South Coast and Sierra RegionsThe Sandia Creek Drive bridge replacement project over the Santa Margarita River two miles north of Fallbrook is anticipated to restart construction in June 2024 with a new pivoted design arching over the river close to the existing structure.What started as a fish passage project for endangered steelhead trout in the Santa Margarita River, led by CalTrout and funded by state and federal agencies, is an important multi-benefit community project that enhances public safety by also eliminating the top flooding hotspot in the county.If you’re a resident, commuter or visitor to the Santa Margarita Trail Preserve, you’ll see workers on site starting early summer as we position the new steel bridg
