Assineau River facts for kids
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The Assineau River after heavy rainfall
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
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| Main source | Sawridge Hill, Grizzly Ridge Wildland Provincial Park 819 m (2,687 ft) 55°13′24″N 115°13′13″W / 55.22333°N 115.22028°W |
| River mouth | Lesser Slave Lake 577 m (1,893 ft) 55°23′27″N 115°11′54″W / 55.39083°N 115.19833°W |
The Assineau River is a short river located in central Alberta, Canada. It flows into Lesser Slave Lake. This lake then flows out through the Lesser Slave River. The Lesser Slave River is a major tributary (a smaller river that flows into a larger one) of the Athabasca River. The name "Assineau" has been used since 1904. It is thought to be a version of a Cree word meaning "nobody."
Where the River Flows
The Assineau River starts in Grizzly Ridge Wildland Provincial Park. From there, it flows mainly north. Its journey ends when it reaches Lesser Slave Lake.
Along its path, the river goes under Alberta Highway 2. It also flows past the small community called Assineau, Alberta.
The Assineau River near Lesser Slave Lake
See also
In Spanish: Río Assineau para niños
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