Donner Pass Road - Truckee, California
Street Trees
 

      
In the harsh
      Truckee climate, choices for street trees and other landscaping
      that can endure the winter cold and summer drought are limited.
      Further, the need to remove heavy snowfall from streets and sidewalks
      in winter makes tree trunks and landscaping vulnerable to damage.
      Truckee has managed these difficultives with unique masonry tree
      planters (above) that allow low, multi-trunked species to grow
      in a protected space, and provide plenty of shade for pedestrians.
      Some planters also incorporate other landscaping and benches
      (below). In both views, note how angled parking provides an excellent
      pedestrian buffer from moving traffic.

      


      
Throughout the
      project, the designers respect the town's history with materials
      that blend with the historic architure and natural surroundings
      of Truckee. Below, a concrete post footing includes an evergreen
      tree design in the traditional lodge style.

      


      
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