In 2000, over 20 wrecked cars and associated debris were removed from Topanga Creek. The project was spearheaded by the Resource Conservation District of the Santa Monica Mountains, Topanga Creek Watershed Committee, Topanga Creek Stream Team, Topanga Elementary School, with assistance from many other partners including California State Parks, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, National Park Service, and Caltrans. © Rosi Dagit, RCD of the Santa Monica Mountains