Taylor Yards Remediation

The major area within the Study Area with the greatest amount of contamination is Taylor Yard located in Cypress Park. Within this rail yard, there are two sites - G1 and G2 as shown in Fig. 48/49. At the 21 acres of G1, four areas with elevated levels of lead and arsenic in soil have been remediates to meet human health standards for industrial properties. At the 50 acres of G2, the future remedial work plan will contain contamination beneath caps and building foundations. In additional to soil contamination, groundwater challenges are also prevalent.

It is important to note that the proximity of these sites to the River warrants a higher threshold of remediation, in which ecological and recreation standards are met.

The Bow Tie Parcel (GI) site is owned by the California State Parks. Currently housing an obelisk shaped art project, this site is slated for future park development. Plans highlighted in the ARBOR study suggest the restoration of an in-channel riparian and wetlands area featuring a small terraced area.

Top: G2 Parcel at Taylor Yard adjacent to the L.A. River and Rio de Los Angeles State Park. Photo by KCET Departures.