Chopawamsic Creek facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Chopawamsic Creek |
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| Country | United States |
| Location | Prince William and Stafford counties, Virginia |
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| River mouth | Potomac River 0 feet (0 m) |
| Length | 6.8 miles (10.9 km) |
Chopawamsic Creek is a small river, about 6.8 miles (11 km) long, located in Virginia, USA. It flows through Prince William and Stafford counties. This creek is an important part of the local environment.
The creek starts where two smaller streams, the North Branch and South Branch of Chopawamsic Creek, meet. This meeting point is called a confluence. From there, Chopawamsic Creek flows into the Potomac River. This happens near Quantico, at the Marine Corps Base Quantico's Air Station.
Where Chopawamsic Creek Flows
Chopawamsic Creek is a tributary of the Potomac River. A tributary is a smaller stream or river that flows into a larger one. The creek helps form the border between Prince William and Stafford counties.
A lake called Breckenridge Reservoir is located where the North and South Branches of the creek join. The North Branch of Chopawamsic Creek also flows through a special area. This area is part of the Chopawamsic Backcountry Area within Prince William Forest Park.
Other Names for the Creek
Over time, Chopawamsic Creek has been known by several different names. The official name, Chopawamsic Creek, was decided in 1891. Before that, people used names like Chapanamsick Creek or Chipawansic Creek.
Streams That Feed Chopawamsic Creek
Several smaller streams flow into Chopawamsic Creek. These are its tributaries. They are listed below, starting from the ones closest to the creek's beginning:
- North Branch Chopawamsic Creek
- Middle Branch Chopawamsic Creek
- South Branch Chopawamsic Creek
