Safer, Stronger Pacific Coast Highway: PCH Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Plan

Help Caltrans protect and strengthen the PCH by taking the community survey available from October 13 – November 6.

Join the virtual workshop on October 21 from 6–7:30 pm to learn more about the climate resilience strategies and share your input on community priorities and project tradeoffs: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/EuYjnFyvRk6wC6WcHI2Jmg

Project Overview

Caltrans is leading the Safer, Stronger Pacific Coast Highway: PCH Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Plan to address existing and future climate threats along the PCH corridor within Orange County. The goal of this effort is to find ways to protect the roadway, keep people traveling safely, and maintain access to coastal communities and resources. This fall, Caltrans wants to hear from community members about potential climate resilience strategies to address these issues at priority locations along the PCH corridor.

Project Goals:

• Maintain present-day functionality of PCH corridor for all users while adapting to changing future conditions and improving safety
• Preserve and improve public access to the shoreline
• Uphold and enhance visual character of the corridor
• Prioritize nature-based adaptation solutions to leverage the protective value of ecosystems
• Spend taxpayer dollars responsibly

Upcoming Events:

• Help Caltrans protect and strengthen the PCH by joining the virtual workshop on October 21 from 6–7:30 pm to learn more about the climate resilience strategies and share your input on community priorities: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/EuYjnFyvRk6wC6WcHI2Jmg

Project Timeline:

Project Map:

The project studies the Pacific Coast Highway through Orange County. Initial analysis has identified ten areas as most impacted by climate hazards.

Get Involved!

The planning process will offer several ways for the public to learn more and provide input as the Plan is developed. Information about upcoming engagement activities will be posted on this website. We will also be sharing information through local municipalities, regional agencies, and community organizations to help spread the word and encourage participation.

• Community meetings, workshops, and open houses: Join us at upcoming community events, including virtual workshops, pop-ups, and more. Details on these community events will be shared here!
• Online survey: Share your thoughts by completing our survey on the next page.
• Community partner outreach: We’ll be sharing information through local municipalities, regional agencies, and community organizations to help spread the word and encourage participation.

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