Views of the Reopened Temescal Canyon Road & Closed Adjacent Park

By Laurel Busby

News & Information Editor

Sharon Kilbride, the Canyon’s representative to the Pacific Palisades Community Council, took some photos of the newly opened Temescal Canyon Rd. on Aug. 13.

Temescal Canyon Rd. had been closed since the Palisades Fire. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers used the space for gathering recylcable metals and concrete as part of its debris removal process. The corps repaired the roadway and repainted the lines before returning the road to the city.

According to an Aug. 16 newsletter from City Councilmember Traci Park’s office, Temescal Canyon Park, which runs alongside the road, will remain closed for repairs.

“Cleanup of remaining debris and ash will begin in late September/early October, led by the LA Conservation Corps, and will include repairs to irrigation systems,” according to Park’s newsletter. “The Army Corps of Engineers will also be repairing sidewalks near their former staging area starting next week. During this time, the Department of Recreation and Parks will continue regular park maintenance and provide updates as work progresses. We've also emphasized the need for additional signage at the park so visitors know what to expect while these improvements are underway.”