Chensagi River East facts for kids
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality) |
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| Main source | Little unidentified lake in mountain Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 328 m (1,076 ft) 50°09′17″N 76°09′53″W / 50.15472°N 76.16472°W |
| River mouth | Chensagi River Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 267 m (876 ft) 50°09′58″N 76°33′05″W / 50.16611°N 76.55139°W |
| Length | 53.4 km (33.2 mi) |
The Chensagi River East is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Chensagi River. This area is part of the Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality) region.
The river's path is mostly through wild, natural areas. A road from Matagami passes near the river's mouth. Another forest road crosses the river further south. The river usually freezes over from early November to mid-May. It's generally safe to travel on the ice from mid-November to mid-April.
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Where is the Chensagi River East?
This river is located in the Nord-du-Québec area of Quebec. It's surrounded by other rivers and lakes.
Nearby Rivers and Lakes
- To the North: Chensagi River, Amisquioumisca Lake, Nipukatasi River.
- To the East: Maicasagi River, Moquachéa Lake.
- To the South: Yapuouichi Lake, Maicasagi River.
- To the West: Chensagi River, Chensagi Lake, Poncheville Lake.
Journey of the Chensagi River East
The Chensagi River East starts from a small, unnamed lake. This lake is high up in the mountains, about 328 metres (1,076 ft) (1,076 feet) above sea level. The mountains around it are even taller.
Where the River Starts
The source lake is located in the Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality) region. It's about 114.4 kilometres (71.1 mi) (71.1 miles) northeast of Matagami.
How the River Flows
The Chensagi River East flows for about 53.4 kilometres (33.2 mi) (33.2 miles). It winds its way through different landscapes. It flows north at first, then turns southwest. The river also passes through marshy areas.
Where the River Ends
The Chensagi River East flows into the Chensagi River. The Chensagi River then continues southwest. It flows through Chensagi Lake and into Maicasagi Lake. From there, the water eventually reaches Goéland Lake and the Waswanipi River.
The mouth of the Chensagi River East is about 89.5 kilometres (55.6 mi) (55.6 miles) northeast of downtown Matagami.
Naming the River
The name "rivière Chensagi" was officially recognized on December 5, 1968. This happened when the Commission de toponymie du Québec was created. This commission is in charge of naming places in Quebec.
