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Carnahan Run
Country United States
Physical characteristics
Main source 40°37′50″N 79°28′34″W / 40.6306207°N 79.4761539°W / 40.6306207; -79.4761539
River mouth 768 ft (234 m)
40°36′44″N 79°35′02″W / 40.6122878°N 79.5839339°W / 40.6122878; -79.5839339
Basin features
River system Allegheny River

Carnahan Run is a small stream, also known as a tributary, located in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It flows into a larger river called the Kiskiminetas River. Streams like Carnahan Run are important because they carry water from smaller areas into bigger rivers, helping to form a larger river system.

The Journey of Carnahan Run

Every river and stream has a path it follows, from where it begins to where it ends. This path is called its "course."

Where Does Carnahan Run Flow?

Carnahan Run starts its journey in Armstrong County and flows through a part of the county known as Parks Township. Its course eventually leads it to join the Kiskiminetas River. This meeting point is where the waters of Carnahan Run become part of the larger Kiskiminetas River.

Keeping Our Waterways Clean

It's really important to keep our rivers and streams clean. Pollution can harm the plants and animals that live in the water, and it can also affect people.

What is a River Cleanup?

In 2010, Carnahan Run was part of a special event called the River Sweep. This event focuses on cleaning up rivers in the Ohio River watershed. A watershed is an area of land where all the water drains into a particular river or stream. During a cleanup, volunteers work together to remove trash and pollution from the water and its banks. This helps make the environment healthier for everyone.

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