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How much did Angeles Crest Highway cost to build?

Angeles Crest Highway crosses the San Gabriel Mountains between La Ca帽ada and the Big Pines recreation area in Southern California. California's Division of Highways began construction in 1929, paused work during World War II, and completed the original 55-mile mountain road in 1956 after almost three decades of state, federal and prison-camp labour. The highway opened on 8 November 1956 and later became the scenic mountain section of State Route 2. Its exposed slopes make storm, landslide and wildfire repairs a recurring part of the road's history.

Final project cost

$10 million

Cost basis: 1956

The Angeles Crest Highway that runs through the Angeles National Forest. Camera used was a Sony Ericsson S710a.
Rich Niewiroski JrCC BY 2.5

Cost evidence

Basis of the published figure

Final project cost1956
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Project metrics

Key dimensions

Total lengthCalifornia Highways and Public Works
88.514 km

Project record

Timeline

  1. 1929

    Construction started

    California Highways and Public Works

  2. 8 November 1956

    Completed

    California Highways and Public Works

  3. 8 November 1956

    Opened or launched

    California Highways and Public Works

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