Angels Creek facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Angels Creek |
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 Location of Angels Creek in California
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Sierra Nevada 3,377 ft (1,029 m) 38°10′04″N 120°24′04″W / 38.16778°N 120.40111°W |
| River mouth | Stanislaus River New Melones Lake 1,050 ft (320 m) 37°58′34″N 120°32′36″W / 37.97611°N 120.54333°W |
| Length | 19 mi (31 km) |
Angels Creek is a small river, about 19 miles (31 km) long. It is located in Calaveras County, California, in the United States. This creek is a branch of the Stanislaus River.
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About Angels Creek
Angels Creek flows mostly southwest. It starts in an area called Forest Meadows. The creek then travels through the lower hills of the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Where Angels Creek Flows
The creek eventually joins the Stanislaus River. This happens in a large body of water called New Melones Lake. The journey of Angels Creek takes it from higher elevations down to the lake.
How Angels Creek Got Its Name
The name "Angels Creek" comes from a nearby historic town. This town is called Angels Camp. It was a very important place during the California Gold Rush.
Power from the Creek
There are two special power plants on Angels Creek. These plants use the water from the creek to make electricity. They are managed by a group called the Utica Water and Power Authority. This helps provide power for local communities.
