Beaver Creek (Lorain County, Ohio) facts for kids
Beaver Creek is a large stream located in Lorain County, Ohio, USA. It flows through the town of Amherst and the city of Lorain. Eventually, it empties into Lake Erie.
Beaver Creek is made up of two main parts, sometimes called "Big Beaver" and "Little Beaver." Many smaller streams also flow into it. The area where the creek meets Lake Erie has long been known as "Oak Point."
History of Beaver Creek
Beaver Creek has an important history in the early settlement of Ohio. Pioneer settlers arrived in this area around 1810. They created the "Beaver Creek Settlement." This settlement later helped the village of Amherst grow.
The settlers who came to this area were from a place called Beaver Falls in Pennsylvania. They named the creek "Beaver Creek" to honor their old home. It's not certain if many beavers actually lived in the creek at that time.
Before these pioneers arrived, the creek had a different name. It was known as the "Riviere en Grys." This name likely came from early French explorers or traders.
Where is Beaver Creek?
Beaver Creek flows through several important locations in Lorain County. It starts in the southern part of the county and flows north. It passes through the town of Amherst and then the western edge of the city of Lorain. Its journey ends when it flows into Lake Erie.
Images for kids
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Beaver Creek passing under the tunnel and rail tracks by the old spring in downtown Amherst, Ohio
