In the waterfront park, sediment carried in the stream settles out in the pond. The build-up of this sediment creates a need for constant maintenance, with the city periodically using heavy equipment to remove the sediment that accumulates.
| The sediment here is mainly from early erosion problems with the banks. These erosion problems prompted the city to stabilize the banks. | A later view. Notice the cut bank on the downstream side of the pond. Also note that there appears to be a child squatting on a sand bar in the pond. |
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| City of Houghton files | City of Houghton files |
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High spring flows can cause problems at the pond. Note the flow over the right side of the concrete sill. This flow results in erosion of this bank and has historically been a problem point of Huron Creek through the park.
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