Open Culvert of Temescal Creek

This is the beginning of the open culvert of Temescal Creek. Look to the side to see a storm runoff valve. Since Temescal Creek is dry for most of the year, these channels serve mostly to control stormwater runoff that flows through the creek. Lake Temescal Reservoir partially regulates the creek level. Follow the interpretive path on the channel's south side to learn about the history of the Ohlone, who have lived in this area for thousands of years.