Blanche River (Bulstrode River tributary) facts for kids
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| Native name | Rivière Blanche |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Centre-du-Québec |
| MRC | Arthabaska Regional County Municipality |
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| Main source | Various agricultural streams Victoriaville 130 m (430 ft) 46°04′11″N 72°00′52″W / 46.069588°N 72.014348°W |
| River mouth | Bulstrode River Saint-Valère 97 m (318 ft) 46°03′53″N 72°06′05″W / 46.06472°N 72.10139°W |
| Length | 9.2 km (5.7 mi) |
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| River system | Nicolet River, St. Lawrence River |
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The Blanche River (which means White River in French) is a small river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Bulstrode River, and then its water eventually reaches the Nicolet River and the mighty St. Lawrence River. You can find the Blanche River flowing through the town of Victoriaville and the area of Saint-Valère. Both of these places are in the Arthabaska Regional County Municipality, which is part of the Centre-du-Québec region.
Where the River Flows
The Blanche River is surrounded by other rivers and streams.
- To the north, you'll find the Bulstrode River.
- To the east, there's also the Bulstrode River and a smaller stream called Blanchette.
- To the south, it's near the Nicolet River.
- To the west, there are Bergeron stream and Martin stream.
River's Journey
The Blanche River starts from several small streams in farming areas. This starting point is in a place called Courtois range, near Victoriaville.
From where it begins, the river travels about 9.2 km (5.7 mi).
- For the first 3.5 km (2.2 mi), it flows southwest.
- Then, it turns and flows northwest for about 5.7 km (3.5 mi).
The Blanche River finally joins the Bulstrode River on its south side. This meeting point is near the village of Saint-Valère.
How the River Got Its Name
The name "rivière Blanche" means "White River" in French. This name was officially recognized on July 4, 1980, by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is like a special committee that names places in Quebec.
