In the Fargo-Moorhead region, three types of mass wasting impact slopes bordering the Red River and its tributaries.
Slump can result in major and rapid slope retreat, especially in regions of river cutbanks.
Creep and earthflow, generally induce lesser amounts of damage, although these processes can occur on any slope. The region of Trollwood Park in north Fargo provides excellent examples of the three types of mass wasting processes. Here, in this 1982 photo, fence posts are tilted downslope under the influence of creep. Creep, earthflow, and other processes would soon destroy the asphalt path, as well. Note the position of the affected slope on outside of a Red River meander.