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The creek flows into the Grand River just south of Wealthy Street in downtown Grand Rapids. The main stream is approximately 26 miles (42 km) long and drains a 57-square-mile (150 km 2) basin. The Plaster Creek Watershed is considered to contain one of the most polluted creeks in West Michigan.
- 57 sq mi (150 km²)
- United States
- 26 mi (42 km)
- Michigan
The Plaster Creek Watershed occupies approximately 58 square miles, all in metropolitan Grand Rapids, Michigan. The creek itself is about 14 miles long. Its headwaters originate south and east of Grand Rapids, with many of the tributaries coming from agricultural areas around Dutton and Caledonia.
The Plaster Creek watershed covers about 58 square miles, all in metropolitan Grand Rapids, Michigan. The creek itself is about 14 miles long. Its headwaters originate south and east of Grand Rapids, with many tributaries coming from agricultural areas around Dutton and Caledonia.
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As the city of Grand Rapids developed and expanded, the quality of Plaster Creek progressively declined. Several of the creek’s tributaries were put in underground pipes, including a 4-mile stretch of Silver Creek—one of Plaster Creek’s two major tributaries.
Description. Waypoints. The Plaster Creek Trail is a great option for a quick walk, jog, or bike ride in Grand Rapids. Beginning in Ken-O-Sha Park, the path leads north along Plaster Creek and crosses 28th street. You'll find additional trails in Ken-O-Sha Park for those looking to extend their trip! Conditions. Reviews (164) Photos (242)
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- Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
View Trail Map. The Plaster Creek Trail provides a non-motorized way to access Grand Rapids neighborhoods via a pleasant, tree-lined route. The path meanders along a tributary of the Grand River from Ken-O-Sha Park to just past the Salvation Army Kroc Center at Division Avenue.
Enter To Win! #ExperienceGR. Est. 1923 Ken-O-Sha, “Water of the wall eyed pike,” is the Native American name for Plaster Creek. In 1923, the park extended west as far as Division Ave. At this time, the City looked to acquire a 25-acre tract of creek land called Peck Woods.