Ashippun River facts for kids
The Ashippun River is a river in southeastern Wisconsin, United States. It is about 33.2-mile-long (53.4 km), which is roughly 53 kilometers. This river is a branch, or "tributary," of the larger Rock River. The Ashippun River flows through parts of Dodge, Washington, and Waukesha counties. Smaller streams like Mud Run, Dawson Creek, and Davey Creek all flow into the Ashippun River.
About the Ashippun River
The Ashippun River begins in a small wetland area and farmlands. This starting point is called its "headwaters." From there, the river flows southwest. It passes through a place called Druid Lake before joining the Rock River.
The Ashippun River has many smaller streams that feed into it. There are 12 "intermittent" streams, which means they sometimes dry up. There are also 5 "perennial" streams, which flow all year round. The river has a gentle slope, dropping only about 6 feet (1.8 m) for every mile it travels. This means it flows quite slowly.
Fishing in the River
At a place called Monterey, there is an "impoundment." This is like a small dam or barrier that holds back water. This impoundment, along with other structures upstream, makes parts of the river feel more like a lake.
You can find some fish here, like Northern pike and bass. However, fishing for these might be limited. The river is also home to a special and rare fish called the Least Darter. You can also find many Carp in the Ashippun River.
