Back Brook (New Jersey) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Back Brook |
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| Country | United States |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | 40°26′34″N 74°42′36″W / 40.44278°N 74.71000°W |
| River mouth | 56 ft (17 m) 40°26′22″N 74°38′46″W / 40.43944°N 74.64611°W |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Pike Run, Beden Brook, Millstone River, Raritan River, Atlantic Ocean |
| River system | Raritan River system |
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Back Brook is a small stream, also called a tributary, that flows into Pike Run in Somerset County, New Jersey. It's found in the United States, right on the eastern side of Sourland Mountain.
Where Back Brook Flows
Back Brook begins its journey right at the edge of Sourland Mountain. From there, it flows towards the east. It crosses a few roads, like Blawenburg-Belle Mead Road and Sunset Road. The brook also winds its way through natural areas such as Schuss Woods and the McAlpin Farm Easement. After crossing Route 206, it passes through an area called Oxbridge. Finally, Back Brook joins Pike Run, adding its water to the larger stream.
Other Streams Joining Back Brook
A 'tributary' is a smaller stream that flows into a larger one. Back Brook has one main tributary that joins it:
Nearby Streams
While not directly connected to Back Brook, there are other streams nearby that are part of the same larger river system. These include:
