Daniels Creek (Cape Fear River tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Daniels Creek |
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Location of Daniels Creek Creek mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Cape Fear River |
| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Harnett County |
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| Main source | Upper Little River divide pond about 0.1 miles north of Seminole, North Carolina 425 ft (130 m) 35°26′14″N 079°01′02″W / 35.43722°N 79.01722°W |
| River mouth | Cape Fear River about 3 miles southwest of Cokesbury, North Carolina 132 ft (40 m) 35°30′02″N 078°57′27″W / 35.50056°N 78.95750°W |
| Length | 7.99 mi (12.86 km) |
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| Progression | northeast |
| River system | Cape Fear River |
| Basin size | 16.04 square miles (41.5 km2) |
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| Bridges | Lawrence Road, Shue Road |
Daniels Creek is a stream about 7.99 miles (12.86 kilometers) long. It flows through Harnett County, North Carolina, and is a smaller stream that eventually joins the much larger Cape Fear River. Think of it as a smaller branch feeding into a bigger river system.
Other Names for Daniels Creek
Sometimes, Daniels Creek has been known by another name. Historically, people have also called it McPhersons Creek.
Where Daniels Creek Flows
Daniels Creek begins its journey in a small pond. This pond is located just north of a place called Seminole, North Carolina. From there, the creek flows generally towards the northeast. It continues its path until it reaches and joins the Cape Fear River. This meeting point is about 3 miles (4.8 kilometers) southwest of Cokesbury, North Carolina.
About the Daniels Creek Area
The land area that Daniels Creek drains is called its watershed. The Daniels Creek watershed covers about 16.04 square miles (41.54 square kilometers). This area gets a good amount of rain each year, around 47.3 inches (120 centimeters). About 59% of this watershed is covered by forests.
