CalTrout and PG&E Complete Bay Area Fish Passage Project, Reopening Alameda Creek to Migrating Salmon

Completion of the Alameda Creek Fish Passage Project

With the Alameda Creek Fish Passage Project now complete, more than 20 miles of creek habitat have been reconnected. Chinook salmon have already started migrating upstream, signaling the success of a major restoration effort aimed at reviving natural fish movement in the Bay Area.

Reconnecting the Watershed

The collaboration between California Trout (CalTrout) and Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) removed long-standing barriers to fish passage in the Alameda Creek watershed. This project represents one of the final steps in restoring ecological connectivity for native fish species that were previously cut off from their historic spawning grounds.

Ecological Impact and Community Significance

The newly opened fish passage supports Chinook salmon and other native aquatic species, improving overall ecosystem health. Beyond environmental benefits, the restoration strengthens community ties to local waterways and demonstrates how partnerships between conservationists and utilities can achieve sustainable outcomes.

Quotes from Project Partners

“The successful completion of this project marks a turning point for the Alameda Creek watershed and the broader effort to bring back salmon to Bay Area streams,” said a CalTrout representative.

“PG&E is proud to collaborate on projects that enhance California’s natural resources while ensuring long-term ecological resilience,” noted a PG&E spokesperson.

Looking Ahead

The completion of the Alameda Creek Fish Passage Project highlights ongoing regional restoration work and sets a model for future habitat recovery initiatives across California’s waterways.

Author’s summary: The project reconnects over 20 miles of Alameda Creek, enabling Chinook salmon migration and showcasing effective ecological restoration through conservation and utility partnership.

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California Trout California Trout — 2025-11-26

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