 In 1871 , the area along the creek became known as the city ’ s " New <unk> " when more than 100 <unk> opened . Since then , the condition of the creek deteriorated , literally becoming a dumping place of garbage , sewage , animal waste , and <unk> meat products . The condition became so bad that the creek was commonly referred to as " <unk> Creek " by San Franciscans , according to historian Karl <unk> . 
