Cliff erosion on Sunset Cliffs Boulevard sent city crews into action on Monday. A small section of the street near Guizot Street was shifted east by about 5 feet, away from the eroding cliff face. Street crews removed the deteriorating guard rail and shifted the walking path, road markings, and both travel lanes. Attached to the new guardrail is wood fencing to limit access.
While this bit of construction is emergent, it may just give a glimpse of the city’s coastal resilience plan, which was introduced to Higuera and his neighbors in June. The goal is to mitigate risk from sea-level rise, protect and enhance habitat, and support access to the coast.
