San Francisco’s South of Market ‘trash lake’ to be cleaned up after years of complaints [Video]

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — A long-abandoned construction site in San Francisco’s SoMa neighborhood has become a health and safety hazard for nearby residents. However, after more than two years of complaints, cleanup efforts and a plan to develop the space are finally coming.

The lot, located at Clara and 5th Streets, has earned a grim reputation among neighbors due to standing black water, mosquitos, and a smelly odor. Residents say the site, often referred to as a “lake,” has also been a magnet for trash dumping, trespassing, and dangerous activity.

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“I’ve seen people in the lake, people dump trash in here, and it just feels like it’s a neglected piece of the city,” said Nick Dipastena, who has lived along Clara for five years.

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