Bras Henriette facts for kids

The Bras Henriette (which means 'Henriette's arm' in English) is a small river in Quebec, Canada. It flows through the southern part of the city of Saguenay. This river is a branch, or 'tributary,' of the Bras de Jacob river. It also runs through a special forest area called the zec Mars-Moulin.

The area around the Bras Henriette is a valley with some small forest roads. These roads are mainly used for logging (forestry) and for fun outdoor activities like hiking or fishing. Logging is the most important activity here, followed by tourism.

The river usually freezes over from early December to late March. However, it's generally safe to walk or play on the ice from mid-December to mid-March.

Where is the Bras Henriette?

The Bras Henriette is located in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec. It's part of a larger network of rivers and lakes.

Nearby Rivers and Lakes

Here are some of the main rivers and lakes close to the Bras Henriette:

• To the north: Bras de Jacob, Desgagné lake, Côté lake, William lake brook, Rivière du Moulin, Chicoutimi River, and the big Saguenay River.
• To the east: Rivière du Moulin, La Petite Décharge, Bras des Mouches, and Rivière à Mars.
• To the south: Rivière du Moulin and Bras Sec.
• To the west: Bras de Jacob, Bras de Jacob Ouest, Gilbert lake, Simoncouche River, Simoncouche Lake, Des Îlets lake, and Depot lake.

The River's Journey

The Bras Henriette starts at Gilbert Lake, which is about 1.1 km (0.68 mi) long and sits 365 m (1,198 ft) above sea level. This lake is in a forest area within the zec Mars-Moulin.

From its source, the Bras Henriette flows for about 4.8 km (3.0 mi). It drops about 85 m (279 ft) in elevation along its path, all through a forested area.

Here's how it flows:

• For 1.8 km (1.1 mi), it goes east, curving south. It passes the outlet of Jacques lake.
• Then, for 2.3 km (1.4 mi), it heads northeast. It flows through Les Étangs lake, which is 1.2 km (0.75 mi) long and 300 m (980 ft) high.
• Finally, for 0.7 km (0.43 mi), it goes north until it reaches its mouth.

The Bras Henriette empties into the south bank of the Bras de Jacob. From there, the water flows into the Rivière du Moulin, then into the Saguenay River, and eventually reaches the Saint Lawrence Estuary near Tadoussac.

What's in a Name?

The name "Henriette" comes from a French family name. The name "Bras Henriette" was officially recognized on June 29, 1983, by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is like a special committee that names places in Quebec.

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