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    May 2026
    Bald Eagle State Forest

    In the summer of 2026, the Fish and Boat Commission and partners succeeded in opening up 54 miles of upstream aquatic habitat across Pennsylvania by supporting the completion of new road stream crossings. Fish passage biologists assessed 162 crossings across the state including 41 in seven state forests and six state parks in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Dirt, Gravel and Low Volume Road Maintenance Program.

    The assessments require staff to traverse stream banks and forest growth armed with giant measuring tapes and rulers. They wade under bridges and around culverts to evaluate the journey aquatic life face at these crossings. The biologists’ assessments provide technical and biological assistance to the partners who will prioritize projects and then do the construction. 

    Three people wearing orange vests and taking notes while standing on a stream examining a overpass.
    A man and woman wearing orange safety vests standing in a wooded area. The woman is taking notes on a clipboard

    Building new fish passage crossings provide dual benefits. They open up habitat access to important aquatic species like wild trout and provide better infrastructure access to anglers and outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy the wildlife resources. 

    In addition to assessment support, PFBC works with partners to secure grant funding for the projects. 

    Watch this video and go along with our PFBC biologists for a day of assessing road stream crossings in Bald Eagle State Forest.

    Water Under a Bridge: Building Fish Passage in Pennsylvania

    Join our fish passage biologists as they measure, mark and evaluate bridge and road stream crossings to improve the journey for aquatic life that live in the stream. Find out how the work helps the species we protect and the people who seek access to Pennsylvania’s amazing outdoor resources.