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On approach to Los Angeles, motorists on Interstate 10 would have clearly seen the Colton Howard Johnson's. Its location near an exit along a large dry retention pond and towering Trapezoid sign allowed for excellent visibility.
 
 
 
Google Earth: Courtesy of Brett Lucas
 
 

 
 
Photos 2003: Courtesy of Brett Lucas
 

Above: Workmen patch a guest building roof

Below: The naked Trapezoid Sign towers over the ruins.

 
 
 
 
 
Photos January 2, 2005: Courtesy of Phil Edwards
 
Above: Note the unusual roof line of the guest building. The section perhaps featured extra-large rooms, meeting facilities, or perhaps part of the physical plant.
 
 
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