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Dry Brook
Country United States
State New York
Physical characteristics
Main source Delaware County, New York
River mouth East Branch Delaware River
Arkville, Delaware County, New York, United States
42°09′05″N 74°37′48″W / 42.1513°N 74.6300°W / 42.1513; -74.6300
Basin features
Basin size 82.5 sq mi (214 km2)
Tributaries
  • Left:
    Flatiron Brook
  • Right:
    Shandaken Brook, Todd Brook,
    Bush Kill

Dry Brook is a stream, which is a small river, located in New York. It flows into the East Branch Delaware River near a town called Arkville. This brook is part of a larger river system that is important for the local environment.

What is Dry Brook?

Dry Brook is a natural waterway. It starts in Delaware County, New York. From there, it travels until it joins the East Branch Delaware River. This river is a major part of the Delaware River system.

Where Does Dry Brook Flow?

The brook begins its journey in Delaware County, New York. It then flows through different areas. Finally, it reaches its end point near Arkville, New York. This is where it meets the East Branch Delaware River. The meeting point is in Delaware County, New York, in the United States.

How Big is the Area Dry Brook Drains?

The area that Dry Brook and its smaller streams drain is called its basin. This basin covers about 82.5 square miles (214 square kilometers). This means all the rain and snow that falls in this large area eventually flows into Dry Brook.

What Are Tributaries?

Tributaries are smaller streams or rivers that flow into a larger river or lake. Dry Brook has several tributaries that add water to it.

  • Flatiron Brook flows into Dry Brook from the left side.
  • Shandaken Brook is one of the streams that joins Dry Brook from the right side.
  • Todd Brook also flows into Dry Brook from the right.
  • Bush Kill is another stream that adds its water to Dry Brook from the right.

These smaller streams help to keep Dry Brook flowing. They also contribute to the overall health of the river system.

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