Depot Creek (Napanee River tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Depot Creek |
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 Location of the mouth of Depot Creek in southern Ontario
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Ontario |
| Region | Eastern Ontario |
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| Main source | Sixth Depot Lake Stone Mills, Lennox and Addington County 192 m (630 ft) 44°35′03″N 76°54′28″W / 44.58417°N 76.90778°W |
| River mouth | Napanee River South Frontenac, Frontenac County 141 m (463 ft) 44°27′41″N 76°45′42″W / 44.46139°N 76.76167°W |
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| River system | Great Lakes Basin |
Depot Creek is a river located in Eastern Ontario, Canada. It flows through parts of Frontenac County and Lennox and Addington County. This creek is an important part of the vast Great Lakes Basin. It eventually flows into the Napanee River as a "left tributary," meaning it joins from the left side when looking downstream.
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The Journey of Depot Creek
Depot Creek starts its journey at Sixth Depot Lake. This lake is found in a place called Stone Mills, within Lennox and Addington County. From there, the creek begins to flow towards the northeast.
Flowing Through Lakes
As it travels, Depot Creek enters Central Frontenac, which is in Frontenac County. It then reaches Fifth Depot Lake. After this, the creek changes direction. It turns southeast to flow into Fourth Depot Lake.
Next, the creek turns south. At this point, it flows under the Canadian Pacific Railway main line. This is a busy railway track! After passing under the railway, the creek reaches Third Depot Lake.
Controlled by Dams
Depot Creek leaves Third Depot Lake. Its flow is controlled by a dam there. It then heads southeast towards Second Depot Lake. When it exits Second Depot Lake, its flow is again controlled by another dam.
The creek continues its journey southeast. It flows into South Frontenac and reaches First Depot Lake. After this, it heads south.
Reaching the Napanee River
Finally, Depot Creek flows through the small community of Bellrock. Its journey ends when it reaches its mouth at the Napanee River. The Napanee River then continues its own path. It flows all the way to the Bay of Quinte, which is part of the much larger Lake Ontario.
