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    • Case Study

    Streamlining Transportation Solutions Along The California Coast

    Learn how a unique partnership between the California Coastal Commission and California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) streamlines transportation projects with positive environmental features.

    Year
    2021

    Details

    Hazards
    Flooding – Coastal
    Assets
    Natural Areas and Wildlife
    Transportation and Mobility
    Sources
    Caltrans: California Department of Transportation
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    Organizations

    Caltrans: California Department of Transportation

    Relevant Options

    Pilot approaches to bring landowners and key agencies together to plan and implement runoff management, erosion management and riparian restoration activities. Identify models and best practices for joint Develop a coastal management plan to protect park infrastructure and natural resources. Ensure the plan considers the residents, visitors and historic and cultural resources in coastal areas. Designate the flood zone as green space that can be used for trails and recreation or to augment small scale agriculture or flood water retention.

    Steps to Resilience

    Get Started
    Understand Exposure
    Assess Vulnerability & Risk
    Investigate Options
    Prioritize & Plan
    Take Action
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