Bennys Run facts for kids
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Bennys Run looking downstream
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| Other name(s) | Buddys Run, Benny's Run |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | pond in Shamokin Township, Northumberland County, Pennsylvania between 840 and 860 feet (256 and 262 m) |
| River mouth | Shamokin Creek in Shamokin Township, Northumberland County, Pennsylvania 584 ft (178 m) 40°49′25″N 76°35′07″W / 40.82360°N 76.58524°W |
| Length | 3.8 mi (6.1 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Shamokin Creek → Susquehanna River → Chesapeake Bay |
| Basin size | 6.12 sq mi (15.9 km2) |
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Bennys Run is a small stream, also known as Buddys Run or Benny's Run. It flows into Shamokin Creek in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. The stream is about 3.8 miles (6.1 km) long. It flows through Shamokin Township. The area of land that drains into Bennys Run is 6.12 square miles (15.9 km2). This stream is known for having good water quality. It is a small and shallow stream. The area around it is a special place for fish, called a Coldwater Fishery and a Migratory Fishery.
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Where Bennys Run Flows
Bennys Run starts in a pond in Shamokin Township. It flows northeast for a short distance. Then, it turns east-northeast and moves through a valley. Along its path, four smaller streams join it from the left side. One more small stream joins it from the right side.
After flowing for a few miles, Bennys Run turns north-northeast. It then goes under Pennsylvania Route 61. Soon after, it meets and joins Shamokin Creek. Bennys Run joins Shamokin Creek about 18.20 miles (29.29 km) before Shamokin Creek reaches its own end.
Water Quality of Bennys Run
Bennys Run is considered a healthy stream. It is not listed as a polluted waterbody. Sometimes, permits are given for construction projects near the stream. These permits allow for stormwater to flow into the stream during building.
In the past, there were some concerns about pollution affecting the stream's water. However, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection worked to solve these issues. Today, Bennys Run has a good level of water quality. It is not affected by mining activities.
Land and Landscape
The land around the end of Bennys Run is about 584 feet (178 m) above sea level. Where the stream begins, its elevation is higher. It is between 840 and 860 feet (256 and 262 m) above sea level.
Bennys Run is a small and shallow stream. It is located in a place called Irish Valley. The stream generally flows towards the east.
The Bennys Run Watershed
The watershed of Bennys Run covers an area of 6.12 square miles (15.9 km2). A watershed is all the land where water drains into a specific stream or river. The end of Bennys Run is in the Shamokin area on maps. However, its beginning is in the Trevorton area.
The Bennys Run watershed is next to other watersheds. These include the Little Shamokin Creek watershed and the Lick Run watershed. A road called Irish Valley Road runs alongside Bennys Run for some distance. The area around the stream has a lot of rural land.
History of the Stream
Bennys Run was officially added to the Geographic Names Information System on August 2, 1979. It is named after a local person called "Benny" who used to live along the stream. The stream is also known as Buddys Run or Benny's Run. The name Buddys Run appeared on a map in 1952. However, some people who lived near the stream for a long time had never heard it called Buddys Run.
Several bridges have been built over Bennys Run. One concrete bridge that carries Pennsylvania Route 61 was built in 1947. It is about 48.9 feet (14.9 m) long. Another bridge was built in 1967. It carries State Route 4026. A concrete culvert bridge was also built in 1996. This bridge also carries State Route 4026.
Animals and Plants
The area where water drains into Bennys Run is special for fish. It is called a Coldwater Fishery. This means it's a good place for fish that like cold water. It is also a Migratory Fishery. This means it's a place where fish travel through during their migrations.
