6/1/2023 0 Comments Sawmill creek![]() One of five reports prepared for the HMDC as part of an overall Water Quality Management effort that was part of the DeKorte Park planning process. Sawmill Creek Basin Water Quality Management: Basin Hydrology and Pond Hydraulics Report. Relevant survey, mapping, and GIS data for the Meadowlands can be found in the Meadowlands-wide site report under data category A.ġ. * – Report repeated under multiple data categories and/or sites. General baseline data collected for the HMD and Saw Mill Creek Basin in 1973, 1978, 1983, and 1984. General baseline data collected for the Saw Mill Basin for a 1983 hydrology report and a 1984 EIS. Environmental impacts assessed for the Saw Mill Basin in a 1984 EIS.Ī soil and foundation investigation was completed for the Saw Mill Basin in a 1984 EIS. General wetland data collected for the 1978 ecological resource plan for the HMD. Biological Studies – General Environmental Various general HMD and site-specific bird, macroinvertebrate, and fish studies completed between 19.Į. General site history and land use contained in 1978 ecological resource plan for the HMD and 1983 Saw Mill Creek Basin reports. ![]() Two tide gates, constructed in the 1920’s, were destroyed by storm events in the 1950’s, re-opening the site to the tides Since then, the established common reed ( Phragmites australis) monoculture in the surrounding areas has been steadily replaced by smooth cordgrass ( Spartina alterniflora). The creek opens up to large mudflat areas that are frequented by many waterfowl, wading birds, and shorebirds. Site Description: Saw Mill Creek is strongly influenced by the tides, and has several mosquito ditches that stem off the main creek channel. The creek runs along the border of Kearny and Lyndhurst in Hudson and Bergen Counties respectfully. Location: Located in the southwestern portion of the HMD, flowing along and through the Saw Mill Creek Wildlife Management Area and under the New Jersey Turnpike – Western Spur before it outlets into the Hackensack River.
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