Turtle Creek’s mission…
The Turtle Creek Association is dedicated to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Turtle Creek, a vital environmental asset to the Dallas area. Turtle Creek is more than just a neighborhood feature; it's a crucial component of the city’s stormwater management, air quality, and climate resilience.
Our work extends beyond local boundaries, impacting the overall health and sustainability of Dallas. With a comprehensive masterplan in place, we're poised to implement significant environmental improvements. However, achieving these goals requires community support.
By joining and donating to the Turtle Creek Association, you're not just supporting a local cause; you're investing in the future resilience and environmental health of our city. Help us make a real difference—become a member and contribute today
Toby the Turtle stands as the distinguished symbol of the Turtle Creek Association, emblematic of our commitment to the preservation, protection, and enhancement of Turtle Creek. Originally an unnamed mascot, Toby was christened by the daughter of J.D. Trueblood, President and CEO of the Turtle Creek Association, marking a new chapter in our organization’s story.
As the central figure of our logo, Toby not only represents our efforts but also personifies the spirit of community and conservation. In his honor, we have instituted the "Toby’s Scavenger Hunt," an engaging and educational experience designed to deepen public understanding of the creek’s vital role in our ecosystem.
Toby has evolved from a mere mascot to embody the core values and mission of the Turtle Creek Association, fostering a sense of unity and kinship among our members and the broader community. Through Toby, we extend a warm invitation to all to join us in not only preserving a natural treasure but also in cultivating a nurturing and inclusive environment.
TCA Blogs
U.S. Highway 67 to Become the Eddie Bernice Johnson Memorial Highway
EBJ was a trailblazer in Texas and national politics — the first African American from Dallas elected to Congress, the first nurse to serve in the U.S. House, and the first woman to chair a committee in the Texas Legislature. She represented Dallas in Congress for 30 years, securing major transportation funding and championing science, infrastructure, and community development.
Eco-Friendly Sandblasting: Cleaning with Care for the Environment
As we launch the ambitious Bridges of Turtle Creek initiative, you might be wondering: with all this cleaning and restoration, what about the dust? The chemicals? The impact on our environment and health? The good news—our vendor, A & J Ecoblasting, specializes in exactly the opposite of the old “dust cloud” approach. We sat down with owner Josh Romberg to learn more about what ecoblasting—a method required by the City of Dallas—really means.
BREAKING NEWS: A New Look for the Cedar Springs Gateway Median
The long-awaited relandscaping of the gateway median on Cedar Springs Road—spanning the entire block between the Katy Trail Overpass and Gillespie Street—is officially moving forward in a big way.
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