Coneys Creek facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Coneys Creek |
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Location of Coneys Creek mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Hyco Creek |
| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Caswell |
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| Main source | Sugartree Creek divide pond about 0.25 miles north of Ridgeville, North Carolina 672 ft (205 m) 36°18′20″N 079°10′58″W / 36.30556°N 79.18278°W |
| River mouth | Hyco Creek about 1 mile west of Frogsboro, North Carolina 455 ft (139 m) 36°20′35″N 079°12′21″W / 36.34306°N 79.20583°W |
| Length | 2.26 mi (3.64 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | generally north |
| River system | Roanoke River |
| Basin size | 2.81 square miles (7.3 km2) |
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| Bridges | Amoswood Road |
Coneys Creek is a small stream located in Caswell County, North Carolina. It is about 2.26 mi (3.64 km) long. This creek is a tributary to Hyco Creek, which means it's a smaller stream that flows into a larger one. Interestingly, Coneys Creek is the only stream with this name in the entire United States.
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The Creek's Journey
Where Coneys Creek Starts
Coneys Creek begins its journey in a pond. This pond is located about 0.25 miles north of a place called Ridgeville, North Carolina.
How it Flows
From its starting point, the creek generally flows towards the north. It continues its path until it reaches and joins Hyco Creek. This meeting point is about 1 mile west of Frogsboro, North Carolina.
Understanding the Watershed
What is a Watershed?
A watershed is like a big bowl. It's the entire area of land where all the water, from rain or melting snow, drains into a common point. For Coneys Creek, its watershed covers an area of about 2.81 square miles (7.3 km2).
Rainfall and Forests
The Coneys Creek watershed gets a good amount of rain and other forms of precipitation each year, about 46.5 inches. A large part of this area, about 64%, is covered by forests. These forests help keep the water clean and healthy for the creek.
