Big Creek (Cuivre River tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Big Creek |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| Region | Lincoln, St. Charles and Warren counties |
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| Main source | 890 ft (270 m) 38°47′34″N 91°09′06″W / 38.79278°N 91.15167°W |
| River mouth | 433 ft (132 m) 38°52′44″N 90°49′38″W / 38.87889°N 90.82722°W |
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Big Creek is a small stream in the U.S. state of Missouri. It flows through three different counties: Lincoln, St. Charles, and Warren. This creek is a branch, also called a tributary, of the larger Cuivre River.
Where Big Creek Flows
Big Creek starts in Warren County, just southwest of the town of Warrenton. From its starting point, the stream flows north. It goes under a big road called Interstate 70.
After that, Big Creek turns to the east. It then passes under Missouri Route 47. Soon, it enters Lincoln County.
Journey to the Cuivre River
As Big Creek continues its journey east, it forms a natural border. This border is between Lincoln and St. Charles counties.
The creek then flows under another important road, US Route 61. Finally, Big Creek joins the Cuivre River. This meeting point is located north of Wentzville. It is also near the small communities of Flint Hill and Enon.
The Name "Eagle Fork"
Big Creek used to have a different name. It was once called "Eagle Fork." This old name comes from a story passed down through time.
According to this tradition, eagles would often attack the pigs of an early settler. Because of these eagle attacks, people started calling the creek "Eagle Fork."
