Coal Lick Run (South Fork Tenmile Creek tributary) facts for kids
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Location of Coal Lick Run mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to South Fork Tenmile Creek |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Greene |
| Township | Franklin |
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| Main source | divide between Coal Lick Run and Whiteley Creek (Dutch Run) about 3 miles southeast of Morrisville, Pennsylvania 1,140 ft (350 m) 39°52′27″N 080°06′33″W / 39.87417°N 80.10917°W |
| River mouth | South Fork Tenmile Creek about 2 miles east of Morrisville, Pennsylvania 895 ft (273 m) 39°54′17″N 080°07′07″W / 39.90472°N 80.11861°W |
| Length | 2.51 mi (4.04 km) |
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| Progression | north |
| River system | Monongahela River |
| Basin size | 3.63 square miles (9.4 km2) |
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Coal Lick Run is a small stream located in southwestern Pennsylvania. It flows into a larger stream called South Fork Tenmile Creek. This stream is found in Greene County, Pennsylvania. Its surrounding land is a mix of farms, forests, and other areas.
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What is Coal Lick Run?
Coal Lick Run is a small waterway, often called a "run" in this region. It is a tributary, which means it's a smaller stream that flows into a larger one. In this case, it joins the South Fork Tenmile Creek.
Where Does Coal Lick Run Flow?
This stream starts in the northeastern part of Greene County. It begins about three miles southeast of a town called Morrisville, Pennsylvania. From there, it flows generally north.
Its Journey to South Fork Tenmile Creek
Coal Lick Run travels for about 2.51 miles (4.04 kilometers). It ends its journey by flowing into the South Fork Tenmile Creek. This meeting point is located about two miles east of Morrisville, near the Greene County Airport.
The Land Around the Stream
The area that drains into Coal Lick Run is called its watershed. This watershed covers about 3.63 square miles (9.40 square kilometers). The land use in this area is quite varied.
- About 30% of the land is used for farming.
- Around 53% of the land is covered by forests.
- The remaining part of the watershed is used for other purposes, like homes or businesses.
Part of a Bigger River System
Coal Lick Run is a tiny part of a much larger network of waterways. It flows into South Fork Tenmile Creek, which then flows into the Monongahela River. The Monongahela River is a major river in Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
