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Revision as of 07:11, 7 March 2020

Kissena Creek

  • ... that Kissena Creek, named for the Chippewa language term for "it is cold", was partly diverted into a sewer in the mid-20th century? Source: Kadinsky, Sergey (2016). Hidden Waters of New York City: A History and Guide to 101 Forgotten Lakes, Ponds, Creeks, and Streams in the Five Boroughs. Countryman Press. p. 112
    • ALT1:... that Kissena Creek originates from a New York City swamp that remained undeveloped through the end of the 20th century? Source: NY Times 2018
    • ALT2:... that Kissena Creek in New York City runs underneath a golf course, two parks, and a botanical garden? Source: Kadinsky 2016

Improved to Good Article status by Epicgenius (talk). Self-nominated at 18:37, 3 March 2020 (UTC).

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