Crow Creek (Uwharrie River tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Crow Creek |
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Location of Crow Creek mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Uwharrie River |
| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Randolph Montgomery |
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| Main source | Laniers Creek divide about 1 mile west of New Hope, North Carolina 665 ft (203 m) 35°33′09″N 080°02′12″W / 35.55250°N 80.03667°W |
| River mouth | Uwharrie River about 0.75 miles northeast of Coggins Mine, North Carolina 351 ft (107 m) 35°29′46″N 080°00′16″W / 35.49611°N 80.00444°W |
| Length | 5.22 mi (8.40 km) |
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| Progression | southeast |
| River system | Pee Dee River |
| Basin size | 10.14 square miles (26.3 km2) |
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| Bridges | Hogan Farm Trail, Crow Creek Road, Bells Grove Road, New Hope Road |
Crow Creek is a cool stream in North Carolina. It's about 5.22 mi (8.40 km) long. This creek is a "3rd order tributary," which means it's like a smaller branch that flows into a bigger river. Crow Creek eventually joins the Uwharrie River in Montgomery County, North Carolina.
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Where Does Crow Creek Flow?
Crow Creek starts its journey in Randolph County, North Carolina. It begins near a place called New Hope. The creek then flows towards the southeast.
Joining the Uwharrie River
After flowing for a bit, Crow Creek enters Montgomery County, North Carolina. It finally meets the Uwharrie River near a spot known as Coggins Mine.
Crow Creek's Home Area
The area that Crow Creek drains is called its watershed. This watershed covers about 10.14 square miles (26.3 km2) of land.
Rainfall and Forests
This region gets a good amount of rain, about 47.4 inches each year. A big part of the land, about 65%, is covered by forests. These forests help keep the water clean and healthy for the creek!
