Bridge Creek (British Columbia) facts for kids

Bridge Creek is a cool stream located in the South Cariboo area of British Columbia, Canada. It's like a long, winding ribbon of water that flows for about 85 kilometers. This creek starts at Bridge Lake and makes its way through the beautiful Cariboo Plateau.

Bridge Creek: A Journey Through the Cariboo

Where Does Bridge Creek Start and End?

Bridge Creek begins its journey at Bridge Lake. From there, it flows generally westwards. It passes by the town of 100 Mile House. This town was actually first called Bridge Creek House! After 100 Mile House, the creek turns northeast. It then reaches Canim Lake.

Originally, the water from Canim Lake was also considered part of Bridge Creek. This included the Canim River and the short Mahood River. These rivers connect to Mahood Lake. The Mahood River then joins the Clearwater River. Finally, the Clearwater River meets the North Thompson River near the town of Clearwater.

How Did Bridge Creek Get Its Name?

For a long time, the Canim River and Mahood River were thought of as extensions of Bridge Creek. But in 1941, things changed! These two rivers were given their own names. After that, the name Bridge Creek only referred to the part of the watercourse that is upstream from (and west of) Canim Lake.

Bridge Lake and other lakes in this area are part of a special region. It is known as the Interlakes or Interlakes District.

Don't Get Confused!

It's important not to mix up Bridge Creek with another river called the Bridge River. The Bridge River is a different waterway. It flows into the Fraser River. It is also located on the other side of the Fraser River from the Cariboo region. So, remember, Bridge Creek and Bridge River are two separate places!