I read with great interest the article in this morning's Patriot-News detailing the impending removal of the dam near Green Lane Farms on the Yellow Breeches because I've spoken often to the LAT property owner mentioned in the story:
"...Getting to the cliff requires crossing private property. The cliff's owner, William Baker, has shouted at kids, posted no-trespassing signs and called the police.
On the other side of the creek, Mark and Maria Gregory have endured groups of young people crossing their backyard, littering, screaming and cursing. They hang wet clothes on the Gregorys' white fence...."
While discussion at a recent Lisburn Neighborhood Plan meeting spoke ill of the removal of the dam above the mill race, I have to admit that I support the removal of dams along the Yellow Breeches. The program returns the creek, as much as possible, to its original state, aids in flood control, allows for healthy natural habitats, and may contribute to the local economy by bringing more trout fishermen and fisherwomen to the area.
Of course, to the extent that the removal of the Green Lanes dam also allows the Gregorys to quietly enjoy their property while deterring thrill seekers from hurling themselves off the cliffs, it's all good.
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