Wednesday November 11, 2026
Action News Now —
More than a dozen organizations are teaming up to restore a nearly 500-yard side channel in the Sacramento River to improve habitat for young and adult salmon and steelhead. The project aims to help young fish feed and rest as they migrate to the ocean while providing spawning opportunities for adults.
According to the Sacramento River Settlement Contractors, sediment buildup and vegetation overgrowth have made the side channel along the Riverview Golf and Country Club unsuitable for juveniles during their outward migration and for adults seeking spawning sites. The restoration will create a new side channel where young salmon and steelhead can feed, grow and shelter from strong currents and predators before migrating to the ocean.