Rugg Road (Badger Creek) Culvert Replacement

Increasing stormwater capacity to reduce flooding and improve fish habitat and waterway access.

Badger Creek flows under Rugg Road through two undersized culverts, which contributes to flooding near Rugg Road. The Johnson Creek Watershed Action Plan has identified this project as a high priority for replacement. We will replace these culverts with a single, larger culvert to allow unrestricted movement of aquatic life and to allow Badger Creek to flow naturally. We will also install large wood pieces and plant vegetation at both ends of the culvert to restore stream habitat. 

Why

To decrease the frequency of flooding in the vicinity of the Rugg Road crossing, to improve habitat quality and to improve the ability of fish to migrate.

Schedule

• Design: April 2019 to Dec. 2023
• Right of way: Dec. 2022 to Spring 2024
• Construction: Summer 2025 to Winter 2025

Traffic impacts

A road closure is needed for the majority of construction. When the road closure is not necessary for construction, expect shoulder and lane closures and detours with delays up to 20 minutes.

Current activities

Project planning, project design and coordinating permit applications. 

Funding

• Project estimate $500,000.
• Funding is provided in part from county road funds. The county is assisting the Johnson Creek Watershed Council in applying for an Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) grant.