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Access Site FL

Pollack Park

Turkey Creek - Indian River Lagoon

Source: florida_fish_and_wildlife_conservation_commission Updated 1 year ago

City: Palm Bay, FL
County: Brevard
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 28.03242000, -80.58281000
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About This Access Site
Pollack Park boat ramp provides access to Turkey Creek, a significant waterway that connects to the Indian River Lagoon system in Palm Bay. Turkey Creek is a large river system (Stream Order 6) with a substantial drainage area of 1510 square miles, though the specific segment near Pollack Park tends to be slower-moving with an average velocity of 1.92 feet per second. The water body has a relatively gentle slope in this area, making it generally suitable for recreational paddling and motorboat use.

This launch site offers access to one of Brevard County's important coastal tributaries. The average flow rate of 123.54 cubic feet per second indicates steady water movement, though conditions can vary seasonally. Paddlers should be aware that as a tidal estuary system connecting to the Indian River Lagoon, water conditions may be influenced by tidal cycles. The location provides a good jumping-off point for exploring Turkey Creek's ecosystem and accessing the broader Indian River Lagoon complex.
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