The creek rises two properties to the south. Where that creek enters the property there is an attempt to contain the water in a sediment pond which helps capture seed and vegetative matter before it continues across the property to the Palmer's Oakey Creek. Water is released from the pond by a syphon pipe when the level rises. Mistletoe is an indication that the trees are under stress as is dieback, i.e. the normal ecological balance is upset. Large amounts of mistletoe also indicate the possum population is depleted.
Birds carry the seed from tree to tree.
The Department also points out that in severe drought it is only bush that provides reasonable feed and soil cover. In general there is little erosion, the property has a good ground cover as the stock has been kept at a minimum during the last six years. The water drainage channels exhibit little gully erosion. The present water management techniques are on the right track and need to be continued. Stock needs to be contained and a deal of liaison and education with neighbours needs to be tactfully carried out so that regeneration on this property can be encouraged on other farms in the valley.