Humboldt County Supervisors Approve Inland Relocation for Centerville Road
Humboldt County supervisors have approved a plan to relocate Centerville Road inland, away from its current site which is subject to erosion and flooding. This decision supersedes a previous proposal to repair and elevate the existing road, aiming for a…
Eureka, CA, November 5, 2026 — Humboldt County supervisors have officially approved a plan to relocate Centerville Road inland.
The decision marks a significant shift from previous proposals aimed at addressing the long-standing issues of erosion and flooding that affect the current road’s location. The existing Centerville Road is situated in an area vulnerable to these natural environmental challenges, posing risks to its stability and accessibility.
The newly approved plan prioritizes moving the road away from its current coastal-facing site. This approach is intended to provide a more resilient and enduring solution for accessing Centerville Beach. The relocation is designed to ensure a more stable route for residents and visitors in the long term.
Previously, county officials had considered a different strategy involving the repair and elevation of the existing Centerville Road. However, this route has now been superseded by the decision to pursue an inland relocation. The goal remains to secure a dependable and permanent access point to Centerville Beach, mitigating the impacts of coastal erosion and periodic flooding.
Details regarding the specific timeline for the relocation project, the projected costs, or the exact inland route selected were not provided in the information available. The focus of the supervisors’ decision was on the strategic shift towards a permanent, stable solution rather than short-term fixes for the existing road.
Story summarized from the original created by Daniel Mintz on www.northcoastjournal.com, see more information here.
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