San Francisco Presidio Tunnel Tops
Year completed: 2022
Presidio Tunnel Tops is a new 14-acre park destination where visitors connect with nature, where kids play and grow, and where all are inspired by 360-degree views that were never before possible. The opportunity presented itself in 1993 with the replacement of a seismically unsafe section of Highway 101 which put portions of the new highway in cut and cover tunnels. This provided a canvas to create a brand-new landscape spanning the tunnels and connecting the historic Main Post to Crissy Field and the waterfront. Hundreds of hours of community engagement with more than 10,000 participants helped shape the final design of the site. The realization of this project is due to a partnership between Presidio Trust, the National Park Service, and the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy.
ReScape Score
109
Address: 210 Lincoln Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94129
Project Owner/Developer: San Francisco Presidio Trust
ReScape Rater: Sarah Sutton
Landscape Size: 510,959 sq ft
Grounds Open To Public? Yes
ReScape Landscape Highlights
Plantings area comprised of native and drought tolerant species that relate to surrounding plant communities and established landscapes, and that also provide wildlife habitat.
Imported soils are well-drained and rich in compost.
Soils are free of phytophthora, a harmful pathogen, and free of chemicals of concern.
All planter beds are topped with three inches of mulch.
Irrigation is a state-of-the-art system that maximize efficiency and water conservation.
Plants are grouped in hydrozones according to their irrigation needs.
The landscape will be maintained using best practices including -- among other things -- Integrated Pest Management, regular water audits, and regular mulching .
Saves 3,194,690 gallons of water per year.