It is one of the upper reaches of the East Canyon Creek watershed in Summit County, Utah, which flows to the Weber River ad ultimately the Great Salt Lake.

Shortly after crossing north beneath I80, it is joined on the right by a smaller stream named Kimball Creek,[13] and this confluence forms the source of East Canyon Creek, a tributary of the Weber River, and ultimately, the Great Salt Lake.

[14] Note the Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) likely needs to be corrected to be consistent with the U.S. Geological Survey report and map.

However, lead and zinc concentrations in McLeod Creek may still pose a risk to aquatic life.

There have been many deer, elk, and moose collisions at this location, highlighting its importance as a critical wildlife corridor.