Camp Run (Youghiogheny River tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Camp Run |
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Location of Camp Run mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Youghiogheny River |
| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Fayette Somerset |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Youghiogheny River divide about 1 mile northeast of Bidwell, Pennsylvania 2,160 ft (660 m) 39°51′55″N 079°24′23″W / 39.86528°N 79.40639°W |
| River mouth | Youghiogheny River Bidwell, Pennsylvania 1,275 ft (389 m) 39°51′20″N 079°25′10″W / 39.85556°N 79.41944°W |
| Length | 1.04 mi (1.67 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | generally south |
| River system | Monongahela River |
| Basin size | 0.54 square miles (1.4 km2) |
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| Bridges | none |
Camp Run is a small stream, about 1.04 mi (1.67 km) long, located in Pennsylvania, United States. It's known as a "first-order tributary," which means it's one of the smallest streams that flows into a larger river. Camp Run eventually joins the Youghiogheny River.
Where Does Camp Run Start and End?
Camp Run begins its journey about 1 mile (1.6 km) northeast of a place called Bidwell, Pennsylvania. This starting point is in Somerset County.
From there, the stream flows generally towards the south-southwest. It then crosses into Fayette County. Finally, Camp Run meets and flows into the Youghiogheny River right at Bidwell.
Understanding the Camp Run Watershed
A watershed is like a big bowl that collects all the rain and snowmelt in an area, directing it towards a single stream or river. The Camp Run watershed covers an area of about 0.54 square miles (1.4 km2).
- Rainfall: This area gets a good amount of rain, about 48.5 inches (123 cm) every year.
- Forests: Most of the land in the Camp Run watershed, about 98%, is covered by forests. This is important because forests help keep the water clean and prevent erosion.
- Wetness Index: The watershed has a wetness index of 308.44. This number helps scientists understand how wet the soil and land are in the area.
