Cazenovia Creek facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Cazenovia Creek
Cazenovia Creek flowing through Cazenovia Park in South Buffalo
Show map of New York Show map of the United States Location of the mouth of Cazenovia Creek in New York State
Country	United States
State	New York
County	Erie
Physical characteristics
Main source	Aurora 42°45′38″N 78°38′42″W / 42.76056°N 78.64500°W / 42.76056; -78.64500
River mouth	Buffalo River South Buffalo 42°51′40″N 78°49′36″W / 42.86111°N 78.82667°W / 42.86111; -78.82667
Basin features
Tributaries	Left: West Branch Cazenovia Creek Right: East Branch Cazenovia Creek

Cazenovia Creek is a cool stream located in Western New York, United States. It's like a smaller river that flows into the Buffalo River. The Buffalo River then empties into a much bigger lake called Lake Erie. The entire Cazenovia Creek and all the land it drains are found within Erie County.

Where Does Cazenovia Creek Flow?

Cazenovia Creek starts when its two main parts, called branches, come together. This happens just east of the Village of East Aurora. From there, the creek flows through several towns. These include Aurora, Elma, and West Seneca. Finally, it reaches the City of Buffalo.

The creek then joins the Buffalo River in a part of the city called South Buffalo.

The Two Branches of Cazenovia Creek

The creek has two main parts: the East Branch and the West Branch.

• The East Branch of Cazenovia Creek flows through the Village of East Aurora. It gets its water from areas in the southern part of Erie County. These areas include the towns of Colden, Wales, Holland, and Sardinia.
• The West Branch of Cazenovia Creek also gets its water from towns in the south. These towns are Colden, Concord, and Sardinia.

A Look Back: History of Cazenovia Creek

Cazenovia Creek got its name from a person named Theophilus Cazenove. He was an important agent for a company called the Holland Land Company.

In 1897, a famous park designer named Frederick Law Olmsted made plans for a new park. This park was going to be near the southern edge of the City of Buffalo. A large farm was bought in 1890 for this project. This is where Cazenovia Park was built. The park is special because Cazenovia Creek flows right through it. You can find this park in the South Buffalo area of the city.

Cazenovia Creek is also known for something interesting that happens every year. In the early spring, when the weather starts to get warmer, the creek can have "ice jams." This is when large pieces of ice block the flow of the water.

What Fish Live in Cazenovia Creek?

Cazenovia Creek is home to many different kinds of fish. If you enjoy fishing, you might find some of these species in its waters:

• Catfish
• Large and smallmouth bass
• Rainbow trout
• Brown trout

It's important to know that the water levels in the creek can change very quickly. The current can also be quite strong at times. So, always be careful if you are near the water!