Blacks Creek (Slippery Rock Creek tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Blacks Creek |
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Location of Blacks Creek mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Slippery Rock Creek |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Butler Venango |
| Townships | Marion (Butler) Irwin (Venango) |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | divide between Blacks Creek and Scrubgrass Creek about 2 miles south of Nectarine, Pennsylvania 1,420 ft (430 m) 41°10′33″N 79°55′17″W / 41.17583°N 79.92139°W |
| River mouth | Slippery Rock Creek about 0.25 miles west of Boyers, Pennsylvania 1,190 ft (360 m) 41°06′41″N 79°54′56″W / 41.11139°N 79.91556°W |
| Length | 4.8 mi (7.7 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | south |
| River system | Beaver River |
| Basin size | 8.75 square miles (22.7 km2) |
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| Bridges | County Line Road, Porter Road, Creek Bottom Road, Eau Claire Road |
Blacks Creek is a small stream, or "tributary," located in western Pennsylvania. It flows into a larger stream called Slippery Rock Creek. This creek is an important part of the local water system, helping to carry water from the land to bigger rivers.
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Where Blacks Creek Flows
Blacks Creek begins in the southeastern part of Venango County. From there, it flows south, making its way through the landscape. It eventually joins Slippery Rock Creek near a town called Boyers, Pennsylvania.
Creek's Journey
The creek starts at an elevation of about 1,420 ft (430 m) above sea level. As it travels south, it drops in elevation. By the time it reaches Slippery Rock Creek, it is about 1,190 ft (360 m) high. The total length of Blacks Creek is about 4.8 mi (7.7 km).
Water Flow and Basin
The amount of water flowing in Blacks Creek changes, but on average, about 13.42 cu ft/s (0.380 m3/s) of water flows out of its mouth into Slippery Rock Creek. The area of land that drains water into Blacks Creek is called its "watershed." This watershed covers about 8.75 square miles (22.7 km2).
Land Around the Creek
The land around Blacks Creek is mostly covered by forests, making up about 62% of the area. About 31% of the land is used for farming, which means crops are grown there. The remaining small part of the land is used for other things, like homes or roads.
Bridges Over Blacks Creek
Several roads cross over Blacks Creek. These bridges help people travel across the area. Some of the roads that have bridges over the creek include:
- County Line Road
- Porter Road
- Creek Bottom Road
- Eau Claire Road
These bridges are important for connecting communities and allowing traffic to move smoothly across the region where Blacks Creek flows.
