A section of the newly constructed restoration project at Rumrill Boulevard, San Pablo, CA.

Wildcat-San Pablo Creeks Watershed
Restoration Action Plan
and Priority Projects

The Wildcat-San Pablo Creeks Watershed Restoration Action Plan and Priority Projects (WCSP-WRAPP), is a collaborative, multi-objective, 4-year project, the main goal of which is to develop a community- and City-supported plan to reduce flood damages in the City of San Pablo while preserving the natural qualities of its creeks.

In fall 2006, UCC implemented the first phase of a major restoration project on Wildcat Creek in the City of San Pablo . This 500 foot project included realigning the channel to increase sinuosity, re-establishing a functioning floodplain, and excavating excess sediment from the active channel. With assistance from the East Bay Conservation Corps and volunteer students from Richmond High School, UCC will continue to revegetate the site with native riparian plants. In addition, our team of East Bay water experts is completing its assessment of existing physical, hydrologic, and biological conditions along Wildcat Creek.

UCC is now exploring site-specific action alternatives for possible future implementation by the US Army Corps of Engineers. These potential alternatives—including culvert removals, floodwater detention, and in-stream channel modifications—will be presented to San Pablo residents in a series of community meetings.

Please check back for future updates, documents and more information on this project. If you have questions about this project, please contact Josh Bradt at 510.540.6669.