Angers River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Angers River |
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine |
| Regional County Municipality | Bonaventure Regional County Municipality |
| City | Rivière-Bonaventure (township d'Angers) |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Mountain streams Rivière-Bonaventure (township d'Angers) 499 units? 48°18′25″N 66°06′14″E / 48.306997°N 66.103917°E |
| River mouth | Cascapédia River Rivière-Bonaventure (township d'Angers) 16 m (52 ft) 48°18′26″N 65°57′46″E / 48.30722°N 65.96278°E |
| Length | 35.3 km (21.9 mi) |
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The Angers River is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows completely within the Angers township, which is part of the Rivière-Bonaventure area. This region is in the Bonaventure Regional County Municipality, located in the Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine administrative area.
The Angers River travels through a forest, flowing first northeast and then east. It runs through a narrow plain surrounded by mountains. Closer to its end, the river flows next to the northern shore of Chaleur Bay. The Angers River eventually joins the Cascapédia River. The Cascapédia River then flows south into Chaleur Bay, which opens up to the Gulf of St. Lawrence in the east.
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Exploring the Angers River's Path
The Angers River is surrounded by other streams and rivers. Knowing these helps us understand its journey.
Rivers and Streams Near Angers River
- North side: Argument stream.
- East side: The Cascapédia River.
- South side: The Stewart River.
- West side: McCarthy Brook and Mann Brook.
Where the Angers River Starts
The Angers River begins high up in the mountains, about 499 m (1,637 ft) above sea level. This starting point is in a very forested area.
It's located:
- About 0.5 km (0.31 mi) west of the border of Rivière-Nouvelle.
- About 3.6 km (2.2 mi) north of the city limits of Carleton-sur-Mer.
- About 3.5 km (2.2 mi) north of the northern shore of Chaleur Bay.
How the Angers River Flows
From its source, the Angers River flows for about 35.3 km (21.9 mi). Here's how its journey unfolds:
- For 15.3 km (9.5 mi), it winds its way northeast through mountains. It then meets the Angers South River.
- It flows north for 1.7 km (1.1 mi) until it joins the Argument stream.
- Next, it goes northeast for 1.9 km (1.2 mi) to meet the "Petit Nord stream."
- It then turns east for 5.4 km (3.4 mi) until it reaches the "Grand Nord stream."
- For 0.5 km (0.31 mi), it flows southeast to meet the "Litigation brook."
- It continues east for another 5.4 km (3.4 mi) to meet the "Grand Nord stream" again.
- Finally, it flows east for 5.1 km (3.2 mi) until it reaches its end.
Where the Angers River Ends
The Angers River empties into the Cascapédia River on its west bank. This meeting point is right on the border between the Angers and Maria areas.
This spot is:
- About 7.7 km (4.8 mi) northwest of the village of Saint-Jules-de-Cascapédia.
- About 7.2 km (4.5 mi) upstream from Île du Cheval, an island in the Cascapédia River.
- About 12.1 km (7.5 mi) northwest of the Route 132 bridge, which is near where the Cascapédia River flows into the bay.
The Name "Rivière Angers"
The official name "Rivière Angers" was formally recognized on December 5, 1968. This was done by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is like a special committee that names places in Quebec.
