One goal of this park is to recreate a natural habitat by bringing Smith Branch Creek to the surface on the property while also creating a two-acre pond.

Another key element of the plan is the restoration of Smith Branch Creek’s water quality, wildlife and biodiversity.

The creek, which now flows underground in twin 84-inch culvert pipes on the property, will be brought to the surface and meander about 2,000 ft. through the public park at BullStreet.

Approval came from the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the City of Columbia, S.C.