PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Mountain Recreation and Conservation Authority (MCRA) proposes to acquire and develop a 9+ acre scenic overlook site along Topanga Canyon boulevard (Stte Scenic Highway #27) as an enhancement to the Topanga Canyon Boulevard scenic corridor. The property provides the motoriest with spectacular views of the San Fernando Valley and the mountains encircling it and is the only site along the mountainous route with the potential for a scenic turnout. The undeveloped site has been utilized as an overlook since 1927 when the highway was constructed, however, it is currently unsafe and subject to illegal dumping and vandalism.

PROJECT CATEGORY: Scenic Easements and Sites, Acquisition of

PROJECT STATUS: --

LEAD AGENCY: Mountains Recreation & Conservation Authority
3750 Solstice Cyn. Road, Malibu, CA 90265
Belinda V. Faustinos
(310) 456-5046

ENHANCEMENT FUNDING: $754,000

FEDERAL FUNDING: $667,750
LOCAL FUNDING: $86,250
TOTAL FUNDING: $754,000

LAST UPDATED: 4/27/97