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Hoover Creek meanders through the National Historic Site.

The tributary of the West Branch of Wapsinonoc Creek that runs through the National Historic Site has no official name but is known locally as Hoover Creek.

The creek also provides a part of the commemorative setting of the National Historic Site. It offers a serene place to contemplate how family and community values influenced a life of great achievements: a young boy, living, learning, playing, and exploring his small town, started on his way to becoming the 31st President of the United States.

Learn more about watershed planning to fix flooding, erosion, and water quality problems.