

Since then, it has evolved into a landmark in the borough and part of its identity.

Nearly 4 feet deep, the man-made pond was built on the McCarter estate in the early 20th century by owner Thomas Carter (1867-1955) for ornamental and recreational purposes. 28, the council awarded a contract in the amount of $153,890 to South Kearny-based Spectraserv from the borough’s capital improvement funds for hydro-raking, a process similar to dredging that is more cost-effective and less ecologically disruptive.

Now an alternative to dredging may hold the answer to keeping the pond healthy.ĭuring a regular meeting Nov. Sunayana PrabhuįAIR HAVEN – Ensuring the viability of McCarter Pond is a regular concern for the borough council. Hydro-raking of McCarter Pond will begin in December and is anticipated to be complete by spring of next year.
