Preservation in the area lying between Burville Road, Stoney Island Avenue, and Route 394 in Crete Township began in 1990, and already 455 acres have been acquired.  Plum Valley Preserve is a portion of the creek with a visible valley.

 

Tree planting, seeding, and invasive species control work started in 2001 to expand and enhance the woodlands and to ameliorate some of the fragmentation impacts caused by the numerous gas pipelines that bisect Plum Valley Preserve.  As more acres are restored, the interim agricultural activities will be phased out.  There are currently no recreation facilities or public access, but a greenway trail and associated amenities are being planned.

Photograph Courtesy of Barb Ferry