Info:Crane Creek

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Crane Creek

Crane Creek
Crane Creek, a popular paddling destination, is located on Front Street in Melbourne, Florida.
WBID: 3085A Type: Creek
Basin: Indian River County: Brevard
Location: 28.07581, -80.59913


Crane Creek Project
Name Crane Creek Project
Date December 14, 2018
Description The Crane Creek M-1 Canal Restoration Project will reduce the flow of nutrients and sediments to the lagoon by returning to the St. Johns River billions of gallons of freshwater flow each year. Major project components include an operable weir located near the natural coastal ridge, a stormwater pump station and a stormwater treatment area to ensure that nutrients and sediments are removed prior to the water’s return to the St. Johns River.
Region Brevard County
Water Central Indian River
Source Crane Creek M-1 Canal Flow Project



Crane Creek Promenade looking toward US1 bridge
Looking south from Crane Creek Promenade
Steam locomotive crossing the wooden Crane Creek train trestle in Melbourne, Florida.