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Cedar Brook
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Map of Cedar Brook
Country United States
Physical characteristics
Main source 40°19′50″N 74°27′27″W / 40.33056°N 74.45750°W / 40.33056; -74.45750
River mouth 79 ft (24 m)
40°19′16″N 74°33′29″W / 40.32111°N 74.55806°W / 40.32111; -74.55806
Basin features
Progression Cranbury Brook, Millstone River, Raritan River, Atlantic Ocean
River system Raritan River system

Cedar Brook is a small stream, also known as a tributary. It flows into Cranbury Brook in Cranbury, New Jersey, United States. Think of it as a smaller waterway that feeds into a larger one.

The Journey of Cedar Brook

Cedar Brook begins its journey at a specific spot (40°19′50″N 74°27′27″W / 40.33056°N 74.45750°W / 40.33056; -74.45750). This starting point is close to Exit 8A on the New Jersey Turnpike.

From there, the brook flows towards the southwest. It passes under several roads along its path. These include Applegarth Road and Prospect Plains Road. It even flows under the New Jersey Turnpike itself!

Further along, Cedar Brook crosses Cranbury-South River Road and Route 130. It then travels through an area that is quite swampy. Finally, it crosses Plainsboro Cranbury Road. After this, Cedar Brook empties into Cranbury Brook (40°19′16″N 74°33′29″W / 40.32111°N 74.55806°W / 40.32111; -74.55806).

Getting to Cedar Brook

This stream is fairly large and easy to reach. You can access it from many of the roads it crosses. This makes it simple to observe or visit the brook.

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