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Andrews Run
Andrews Run (Brokenstraw Creek tributary) is located in Pennsylvania
Andrews Run (Brokenstraw Creek tributary)
Andrews Run (Brokenstraw Creek tributary) is located in the United States
Andrews Run (Brokenstraw Creek tributary)
Location of Andrews Run mouth
Other name(s) Tributary to Brokenstraw Creek
Country United States
State Pennsylvania
County Warren
Physical characteristics
Main source confluence of Birch Springs Run and Rattlesnake Run
about 3 miles south-southeast of Pittsfield, Pennsylvania
1,350 ft (410 m)
41°47′21″N 079°23′46″W / 41.78917°N 79.39611°W / 41.78917; -79.39611
River mouth Brokenstraw Creek
Pittsfield, Pennsylvania
1,234 ft (376 m)
41°49′50″N 079°22′41″W / 41.83056°N 79.37806°W / 41.83056; -79.37806
Length 3.57 mi (5.75 km)
Basin features
Progression northeast
River system Allegheny River
Basin size 12.78 square miles (33.1 km2)
Tributaries
  • Left:
    Birch Springs Run
  • Right:
    Rattlesnake Run
Bridges Andrews Run Road, Davey Hill Road, Old Garland Road

Andrews Run is a small stream, about 3.57 mi (5.75 km) long. It flows into a bigger stream called Brokenstraw Creek. This stream is known for its cold water, which is a good home for certain types of fish. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission has officially recognized it as a cold water fishery.

Where Does Andrews Run Flow?

Andrews Run begins in Warren County, Pennsylvania. It forms where two smaller streams, Birch Springs Run and Rattlesnake Run, join together. This spot is about 3 miles (4.8 km) southeast of a town called Pittsfield.

From there, Andrews Run flows towards the northeast. It continues its journey until it meets Brokenstraw Creek. This meeting point is right in the town of Pittsfield.

The Land Around Andrews Run

The area of land that collects water for Andrews Run is called its watershed. This watershed covers about 12.78 square miles (33.1 km2) (33.1 km²). It is part of a higher, flatter region in Pennsylvania.

The ground beneath the stream is made up of different layers of rock. These include types of sandstone and other rock groups. On average, the watershed gets about 43.1 inches (109 cm) of rain each year. A large part of this area, about 79%, is covered by forests.

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