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Crab Brook
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Map of Crab Brook
Country United States
Physical characteristics
Main source 40°38′11″N 74°25′27″W / 40.63639°N 74.42417°W / 40.63639; -74.42417
River mouth 75 ft (23 m)
40°37′20″N 74°26′8″W / 40.62222°N 74.43556°W / 40.62222; -74.43556
Basin features
Progression Stony Brook, Green Brook, Bound Brook, Raritan River, Atlantic Ocean

Crab Brook is a small stream, also known as a tributary. It flows through central New Jersey in the United States. This brook eventually joins a larger stream called Stony Brook.

Crab Brook's Journey

Crab Brook begins its journey near Watchung Square. This is in the northern part of its path. From there, it flows towards the southwest.

As it travels, Crab Brook crosses a few roads. These include North Drive, Watchung Avenue, and Somerset Street. Finally, Crab Brook flows into Stony Brook. This meeting point is close to Greenbrook Road.

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