1960s - Brace Canyon Park

Brace Canyon Park was built at a cost of $112,500 on top of a working reservoir in Burbank's water system. According to the Los Angeles Times, "a nine-inch thick reinforced concrete slab roof over the reservoir with 20 inches of turf on top keeps the children from getting their feet wet." According to Burbank Parks and Recreation Department, the park was opened May 5, 1955, though it wasn't dedicated as Brace Canyon Park until January 25, 1963 after the naming of the surrounding canyon by the U.S. Geological Survey. In this photo, children play on the swing set, and cars are visible parked along the hillside street. “Bray [sic] Canyon Park, mid 60’s”--back of photo.

2901 Haven Way, Burbank CA 91504

• Burbank (Los Angeles County, Calif.)
• Parks
• Playgrounds
• Children
• Automobiles
• 1960s

3¼" x 4-1/8" b&w photo

Burbank Public Library, Burbank in Focus Office

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City Clerk's Office