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VENTURA — The Ventura County Public Works Agency – Watershed Protection District (VCPWA-WPD), in collaboration with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), is accepting public comments for the Santa Paula Creek Flood Risk Management Project.
Santa Paula Creek is a tributary to the Santa Clara River located along the east side of the City of Santa Paula. The project aims to reduce flood risk and enhance community safety. Following two early public scoping meetings held in July, the public is encouraged to provide feedback to help guide the study’s scope, shape possible measures and alternatives, and assess potential environmental impacts.
Comment Period: Public comments will be accepted through August 25, 2025.
How to Submit Comments:
– Electronically via e-mail:
cespl-santa-paula-creek@usace.army.mil
By Mail:
Brian McDowell, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Los Angeles District Planning Division
915 Wilshire Blvd., 14th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90017
The current study is being conducted under Section 216 of the 1970 Flood Control Act, which allows for re-evaluation of completed projects due to changes in physical, economic, or environmental conditions
For information about the project, to watch the recorded meetings, or to download the presentation slides, please visit: https://publicworks.venturacounty.gov/wp/santa-paula-creek/
