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Douglas Creek
Country United States
State New York
Physical characteristics
River mouth Black River
Greig, New York
735 ft (224 m)
43°41′08″N 75°22′16″W / 43.68556°N 75.37111°W / 43.68556; -75.37111
Basin features
Basin size 4.63 sq mi (12.0 km2)

Douglas Creek is a small waterway located in New York, United States. It is known for flowing into the Black River.

Douglas Creek: A Small Waterway

Douglas Creek is a natural stream of water. It is smaller than a river. Creeks like Douglas Creek are important parts of the local environment. They help carry water from land into larger rivers.

Where is Douglas Creek Located?

Douglas Creek is found in the state of New York. Specifically, it is near a place called Greig, New York. Greig is a town in Lewis County.

Where Does Douglas Creek Flow?

The creek flows into a larger waterway called the Black River. The Black River is a significant river in New York. The point where Douglas Creek joins the Black River is called its mouth. This mouth is located near Greig. The elevation of the creek's mouth is about 735 feet (224 meters) above sea level.

How Big is Douglas Creek?

The area of land that drains water into Douglas Creek is called its basin. This basin covers about 4.63 square miles (11.99 square kilometers). This size helps us understand how much land contributes water to the creek.

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