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Commissioners approve temporary easement for Quandary Creek culvert replacement amid questions about tree removal and $15,000 valuation
Summary
The board approved a temporary construction easement with landowners for the Quandary Creek culvert‑replacement project to improve fish passage; staff said the $15,000 tree valuation reflects riparian rules preventing timber sale, and public commenters offered funding help (Wild Salmon Center) and opposed tree removal.
Clallam County commissioners approved a temporary construction easement on Feb. 3 for a culvert‑replacement project on Quandary Creek intended to restore fish passage.
County staff described the easement as temporary and limited to construction access, not a permanent right‑of‑way. Staff stated the tree valuation for the project area is $15,000 but explained that trees within the riparian setback are not considered merchantable and therefore cannot be sold, which affects how compensation is…
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