In this State-DOT 2-Minute update, we hear from Roger Millar, Secretary of the Washington State Department of Transportation. He talks about their groundbreaking Fish Passage Program, which aims to eliminate barriers to anadromous fish, like salmon, by 2030. Under a court order, the department is tasked with correcting generations of environmental harm. With a billion dollars worth of work under contract, they are shifting from using culverts solely for water conveyance to employing culverts and bridges to facilitate fish movement through their habitats. Despite higher-than-expected costs, Millar highlights the significant progress and successful partnerships, noting the rewarding moments when fish immediately benefit from the completed projects.
State DOT 2-Minute Update | Washington State
August 8, 2024
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