The Streamkeeper ’ s Guide to Arlington ’ s 10 Watersheds
Lynn Creek , Bowman Branch , and Walnut Creek
Lynn Creek
Population : 17,786 Impervious Area : 434 acres Makes-up 3.57 % of Arlington ’ s watershed area Included in the Joe Pool Lake WPP Watershed Impairments : None Threats : None
Bowman Branch
Population : 7,795 Impervious Area : 524 acres Makes-up 4.55 % of Arlington ’ s watershed area Included in the Joe Pool Lake WPP Watershed Impairments : None Threats : None
Walnut Creek
Population : 24,611 Impervious Area : 61 acres Makes-up 1.8 % of Arlington ’ s watershed area Included in the Joe Pool Lake WPP Watershed Impairments : None Threats : Bacteria
Hike and Bike Lynn Creek Linear Park features a 1.16-mile paved trail for walking & biking .
Wildlife Watching
Enjoy the 12-hole Danny Aguirre Disc Golf Course at Tarrant County College - Southeast Campus , nestled by Lynn Creek . It ’ s a great spot to see local wildlife and stay active !.
Hike and Bike Established in 2013 , Bowman Branch Linear Park spans 153.7 acres and features a 2.26-mile trail connecting Don Misenhimer and Webb Community Parks for hiking and biking .
Cast and Catch Webb Community Park is the largest natural area in the Bowman Branch watershed . Established in 1895 with a post office named Webb , it evolved into a vibrant community by 1935 . The park now offers family-friendly amenities like a skate park and basketball courts .
Paddling Pursuit Lynn Creek , Bowman Branch , and Walnut Creek all drain to Joe Pool Lake . Joe Pool Lake is approximately 7,400 acres and is great for aquatic recreation like kayaking , fishing , boating , and more !
Points of Interest :
Cast and Catch Hike and Bike
Paddling Pursuit Wildlife Watching
City Park Property
Watershed Boundary
Paved Trail
Harris Road Park This 11-acre neighborhood park includes a hike / bike trail , natural area , and playground .
Elmer W . Oliver Nature Park Just outside of Arlington , this 80-acre nature preserve offers nature education programs focusing on anything from kayaking to chemistry .