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Blackett Creek
Blackett Creek is located in Ontario
Blackett Creek
Location of the mouth of Blackett Creek in Ontario
Country Canada
Province Ontario
District Thunder Bay
Physical characteristics
Main source Blackett Lake
325 m (1,066 ft)
50°27′34″N 88°45′28″W / 50.45944°N 88.75778°W / 50.45944; -88.75778
River mouth Whitesand River
313 m (1,027 ft)
50°24′35″N 88°48′49″W / 50.40972°N 88.81361°W / 50.40972; -88.81361
Length 8.5 km (5.3 mi)

Blackett Creek is a small river located in the Thunder Bay District of Ontario, Canada. It plays a part in the local water system. This creek flows from a lake and joins a larger river.

Exploring Blackett Creek

Blackett Creek is an interesting natural feature in Ontario. It is a good example of how water flows through the landscape. Understanding small rivers like this helps us learn about bigger river systems.

Where is Blackett Creek?

This creek is found in the country of Canada. Specifically, it is in the province of Ontario. You can find it in the Thunder Bay District. This district is a large area in northwestern Ontario. It is known for its many lakes and rivers.

The Creek's Journey

Blackett Creek begins its journey at Blackett Lake. This lake is about 325 meters (1,066 feet) above sea level. The creek then flows for about 8.5 kilometers (5.3 miles). Its path takes it downhill.

The creek ends when it flows into the Whitesand River. This happens at an elevation of about 313 meters (1,027 feet). The Whitesand River eventually flows into Lake Nipigon. This means Blackett Creek's water eventually reaches Lake Nipigon.

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