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Chamberlain Brook
Chamberlain Brook is located in New York
Chamberlain Brook
Location of the mouth of Chamberlain Brook
Country United States
State New York
County Delaware
Physical characteristics
Main source 42°08′47″N 75°16′09″W / 42.1464734°N 75.2690619°W / 42.1464734; -75.2690619
River mouth Cannonsville Reservoir
1,148 ft (350 m)
42°07′01″N 75°16′28″W / 42.1170292°N 75.2743395°W / 42.1170292; -75.2743395

Chamberlain Brook is a small waterway, often called a river, located in Delaware County, New York. It plays a part in the local water system by flowing into the Cannonsville Reservoir. This reservoir is an important source of drinking water for New York City.

Where is Chamberlain Brook?

Chamberlain Brook is found in the beautiful region of Delaware County, New York. This area is known for its rolling hills and many streams. The brook's journey ends when it reaches the Cannonsville Reservoir.

Its Path and Destination

The brook's source, or where it begins, is at coordinates 42.1464734 latitude and -75.2690619 longitude. From there, it flows until it reaches the Cannonsville Reservoir. The spot where it joins the reservoir is located west-northwest of a place called Rock Rift. At its mouth, the brook is about 1,148 feet (or 350 meters) above sea level.

What is a Brook?

A brook is a small natural stream of fresh water. It is smaller than a river but larger than a creek. Brooks often flow into larger rivers, lakes, or reservoirs, like Chamberlain Brook does. They are important parts of the natural water cycle.

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