But how long will Acme and Yuba Creeks continue to run clean?
The fate of these creeks stands at an historic crossroads. The urban growth of the Traverse City area is already spreading into the creek basins, and with it, many of the practices that have converted so many running brooks into muddy ditches. But today, we have the tools and techniques at our disposal to change the habits of the past -- we can grow into the Acme and Yuba Creek Watersheds while at the same time protecting their water quality.
This publication explains how you, as a member of the Acme and Yuba Creek community, can contribute to the well being of these creeks, participate in the protection of these valuable water resources and, in the process, enhance the value of your property. Inside the book, you will read about the physical characteristics, history, and prognosis for the future of these important watersheds in Acme Township, and it will introduce you to a variety of tools at your disposal to protect the creeks' water quality: best management practices (listed in this handbook), voluntary land protection programs, stream buffers, and land use regulations.
