Dumont River (Nicolet River tributary) facts for kids
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| Native name | Rivière Dumont |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Centre-du-Québec |
| MRC | Arthabaska Regional County Municipality |
| Municipality | Chesterville |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Moutain streams Chesterville 264 m (866 ft) 45°58′10″N 71°49′47″W / 45.969314°N 71.829716°W |
| River mouth | Nicolet River Chesterville 152 m (499 ft) 45°57′19″N 71°50′08″W / 45.95528°N 71.83556°W |
| Length | 4.1 km (2.5 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| River system | St. Lawrence River |
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The Dumont River (called rivière Dumont in French) is a small river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Nicolet River, which then joins the mighty St. Lawrence River. The entire Dumont River is located within the town of Chesterville. This area is part of the Arthabaska Regional County Municipality in the Centre-du-Québec region.
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Where Does the Dumont River Flow?
The Dumont River starts in a hilly area. This spot is about 1.8 kilometres (1.1 mi) north of the village of Chesterville. It begins between two mountains. One mountain is about 300 metres (980 ft) tall to the west. The other is about 482 metres (1,581 ft) tall to the east.
The River's Journey
The Dumont River flows for about 4.1 kilometres (2.5 mi). Here's how it travels:
- First, it goes about 3.1 kilometres (1.9 mi) west, then south. It passes north of the village of Chesterville. It flows under Chemin Craig Nord, a road in the village.
- Then, it travels about 1.0 kilometre (0.62 mi) to the southwest. It goes under a railway track.
- Finally, the Dumont River empties into the northeast side of the Nicolet River. This meeting point is about 1.4 kilometres (0.87 mi) southwest of the center of Chesterville village.
Nearby Rivers and Streams
The Dumont River is surrounded by other waterways. These are like its neighbors.
- To the north, you'll find the Brooks River, Bulstrode River, and L'Heureux stream.
- To the east, there's the Gobeil stream and the Bulstrode River.
- To the south, it's near the Blanche River.
- To the west, it's close to the Nicolet River, which it eventually joins.
What Does "Dumont" Mean?
The name "Dumont" is a family name. It comes from French-speaking origins. The name "rivière Dumont" was officially recognized on September 5, 1985. This was done by the Commission de toponymie du Québec. This commission is in charge of naming places in Quebec.
