The Streamkeeper ’ s Guide to Arlington ’ s 10 Watersheds
Lower Village Creek
Population : 16,116 Impervious Area : 601 acres
Makes-up 6.2 % of Arlington ’ s watershed area Watershed Impairments : None
Threats : Sediment / Nutrients / Bacteria .
Cast and Catch Honoring Robert A . Randol ’ s efforts in development and the re-establishment of the grain mill , Randol Mill Park is a spacious 149-acre park that holds a beautiful nature trail that loops around a pond . Residents are allowed to fish in the park ’ s pond area .
You may also find the Family Aquatic Center and the Cody Rocamontes Memorial Skatepark in this location . A park filled with fun for all !
Hike and Bike The Bob Findlay Linear Park was named after an Arlington citizen who served on several business and civic boards . This park serves as the primary link between
River Legacy Park and Village Creek with its 0.6-mile trail . Bob Findlay Park is 35-acres , perfect for those that enjoy nature !
Wildlife Watching The Village Creek Historical Area is a nature rich area that holds historical significance . Archeological excavation along Village Creek revealed proof of prehistoric villages and artifacts that date back nearly 9,000 years . This area also has a peaceful pond where people can fish and walk around its 1-mile paved trail .
Cast and Catch
Hike and Bike
Wildlife Watching
City Park Property Watershed Boundary Paved Trail
Points of Interest :
Waples Platter at Howell Farms Arlington residents may know Howell Family Farms as the location of fun fall and winter activities , but it ’ s also the location of the historical Waples-Platter House . Colonel Paul Waples was a Democratic national committeeman and a local businessman . The Waples- Platter property was surrounded by rumors of extravagant parties and underground tunnels .
General Edward H . Tarrant – Texas Centennial Marker A historical marker for General Edward H . Tarrant is located in West Arlington . General Tarrant is known as a significant U . S . Military figure and is the namesake of Tarrant County .