Big River (Rhode Island) facts for kids
The Big River is a cool river located in the state of Rhode Island in the U.S.. It flows for about 6.8 miles (which is about 11 kilometers). What's special is that there are no dams blocking its natural flow!
Where the Big River Flows
The Big River starts in a town called West Greenwich. It forms when two smaller rivers, the Congdon River and the Nooseneck River, join together. This joining point is called a confluence.
From there, the river flows north. It travels through West Greenwich and another town called Coventry. Eventually, the Big River meets the Flat River. This area is now part of the Flat River Reservoir. When these two rivers meet, they create the South Branch Pawtuxet River.
Roads That Cross the Big River
Many roads and highways cross over the Big River. Here is a list of them, starting from where the river begins and moving downstream:
- In West Greenwich:
- Nooseneck Hill Road (also known as Route 3)
- Interstate 95 (a major highway)
- In Coventry:
- Harkney Hill Road (also known as Route 118)
- Hill Farm Road
Rivers That Join the Big River
A river that flows into a larger river is called a tributary. The Carr River is the only named tributary of the Big River. However, many other smaller, unnamed streams also flow into and feed the Big River.
