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The site fulfills criteria #2 as an example of trends in late 19th century and early 20th century park and boulevard planning. The several historical sites and structures in the park such as the reservoir, the duck pond, and the foot bridge are not rated at this time in the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures Survey as the survey has not yet addressed man-made landscape features of this type. Miscellaneous buildings in the park which are not individually landmarked and which are rated as contributing include the Colonial'Revival pumping stations. The site fulfills criteria #3 as an example of turn of the century suburban park planning which, though considered casual at the time was not of the rustic nature of later park planning. The area also represents the integration of recreational space with utilitarian development and the development of modern notions of public health and hygiene. The site meets criteria #4 by the integrity of its original plan and construction with only minor alterations. ARCHITECTURAL DESCRIPTION The area encompasses approximately four -city blocks at the bend of the St. Joseph River which established the northern geographical edge of the 19th century urban area and includes two established Local Landmarks within its boundaries, the Navarre Cabin and the North Pumping Station. Additional structures of historical interest include the remote Colonial Revival style pump houses, the reservoir at the east end, the island in the St Joseph River with its foot bridge and retaining walls, and the duck pond. Other historical features include the formal flower gardens in the eastern section of the park which were established in 1922. DBD 11/20/95