Bras Saint-Michel facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bras Saint-Michel |
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Chaudière-Appalaches |
| MRC | Bellechasse Regional County Municipality and Montmagny Regional County Municipality |
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| Main source | Agricultural streams Saint-Henri 98 metres (322 ft) 46°42′04″N 70°55′57″W / 46.701236°N 70.932625°W |
| River mouth | Rivière du Sud (Montmagny) Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud 35 metres (115 ft) 46°51′16″N 70°44′11″W / 46.85444°N 70.73639°W |
| Length | 26.6 kilometres (16.5 mi) |
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| Progression | Rivière du Sud (Montmagny), St. Lawrence River |
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The Bras Saint-Michel is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Rivière du Sud (Montmagny). The Rivière du Sud then flows into the mighty St. Lawrence River. This river is located in the Chaudière-Appalaches region of Quebec.
The Bras Saint-Michel flows through several areas. These include two regional county municipalities (MRCs):
- Bellechasse Regional County Municipality: It passes through Saint-Henri, Saint-Gervais, Saint-Charles-de-Bellechasse, La Durantaye, Saint-Raphaël, and Saint-Vallier.
- Montmagny Regional County Municipality: It flows through Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud.
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Where Does the Bras Saint-Michel Start?
The Bras Saint-Michel begins in the town of Saint-Henri. Its source is in an agricultural area. This starting point is about 3.8 kilometres (2.4 mi) west of Saint-Gervais village. It is also 9.5 kilometres (5.9 mi) east of Saint-Henri village. The river starts in a farming region.
How Does the River Flow?
The Bras Saint-Michel flows mostly in a straight line. It moves towards the northeast. It runs parallel to the Boyer River, on its southeast side. The river stretches for about 26.6 kilometres (16.5 mi).
Here's a closer look at its journey:
- It flows for 0.8 kilometres (0.50 mi) in Saint-Henri.
- Then, it forms a border for 0.8 kilometres (0.50 mi) between Saint-Henri and Saint-Charles-de-Bellechasse.
- It continues northeast for 2.9 kilometres (1.8 mi). Here, it crosses Route 279.
- The river flows 1.1 kilometres (0.68 mi) more to the northeast. This brings it to the edge of Saint-Gervais.
- For 5.2 kilometres (3.2 mi), it marks the border between Saint-Gervais and Saint-Charles-de-Bellechasse. It reaches a road bridge near La Tremblade.
- It then flows 2.5 kilometres (1.6 mi) northeast. This section forms the border between La Durantaye and Saint-Gervais.
- Next, it travels 3.7 kilometres (2.3 mi) northeast. It borders La Durantaye and Saint-Raphaël.
- The river continues for 3.2 kilometres (2.0 mi) northeast. It crosses Route 281 South.
- Finally, it flows 4.1 kilometres (2.5 mi) northeast. For 3.5 kilometres (2.2 mi), it forms the border between Saint-Vallier and Saint-Raphaël. It then enters Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud.
- The last 2.3 kilometres (1.4 mi) are in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud. This is where it joins the Rivière du Sud.
Where Does the Bras Saint-Michel End?
The Bras Saint-Michel empties into the Rivière du Sud (Montmagny). This happens in the town of Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud. This meeting point is about 3.8 kilometres (2.4 mi) south of Highway 20. It is also a short distance upstream from the Montée de Morigeau.
What Does "Toponymy" Mean?
"Toponymy" is the study of place names. The name "Bras Saint-Michel" was officially recognized. This happened on December 5, 1968. The Commission de toponymie du Québec made it official. This commission is in charge of place names in Quebec.
