Coleman Creek (Hyco River tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Coleman Creek |
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Location of Coleman Creek mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Hyco River |
| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Halifax |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Long Branch divide about 0.25 miles northeast of Alton, Virginia 545 ft (166 m) 36°34′43″N 078°59′44″W / 36.57861°N 78.99556°W |
| River mouth | Hyco River about 3 miles southeast of Cluster Springs, Virginia 321 ft (98 m) 36°35′29″N 078°53′22″W / 36.59139°N 78.88944°W |
| Length | 8.17 mi (13.15 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | generally northeast |
| River system | Roanoke River |
| Basin size | 13.59 square miles (35.2 km2) |
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| Bridges | Trayham Grove Road, Paradise Road, US 501 |
Coleman Creek is a small stream, about 8.17 miles (13.15 km) long, located in Halifax County, Virginia. It's like a smaller river that flows into a bigger one called the Hyco River.
What's in a Name?
Sometimes, Coleman Creek is also known as Colemans Creek. This is just another way people have referred to this stream throughout history.
Where Does It Flow?
Coleman Creek starts its journey about 0.25 miles (0.4 km) northeast of a town called Alton, Virginia. From there, it flows generally towards the northeast. It eventually joins the Hyco River, which is located about 3 miles (4.8 km) southeast of Cluster Springs.
The Creek's Home (Watershed)
The area that Coleman Creek drains is called its watershed. Think of it as all the land where rain falls and eventually flows into this creek. This area covers about 13.59 square miles (35.2 km²).
- The watershed gets a good amount of rain each year, about 45.8 inches (116 cm).
- About 52% of this area is covered by forests. These trees and plants help keep the water clean by filtering out dirt and pollution before it reaches the creek.
