Dutchmans Creek (Uwharrie River tributary) facts for kids
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Location of Dutchmans Creek mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Uwharrie River |
| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Montgomery |
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| Main source | Lick Fork divide about 0.25 miles northwest of Liberty, North Carolina 635 ft (194 m) 35°20′27″N 080°00′01″W / 35.34083°N 80.00028°W |
| River mouth | Uwharrie River about 1.5 miles north of Lake in the Pine 285 ft (87 m) 35°23′11″N 080°02′29″W / 35.38639°N 80.04139°W |
| Length | 4.94 mi (7.95 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | northwest |
| River system | Pee Dee |
| Basin size | 3.99 square miles (10.3 km2) |
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| Bridges | River Road |
Dutchmans Creek is a small stream, like a mini-river, located in Montgomery County, North Carolina. It's about 4.94 miles (7.95 km) long. This creek is a "tributary," which means it's a smaller stream that flows into a larger one. Dutchmans Creek flows into the Uwharrie River.
Where Dutchmans Creek Starts and Ends
Dutchmans Creek begins in Montgomery County, North Carolina. It starts near a place called Liberty Hill. The water flows from a higher area, like a small hill, and forms the creek.
From its start, Dutchmans Creek flows mainly towards the northwest. After flowing for nearly 5 miles, it joins the Uwharrie River. This meeting point is about 1.5 miles north of a spot known as Lake in the Pine.
The Area Around the Creek
The land that collects rainwater and sends it into Dutchmans Creek is called its "watershed." This watershed covers an area of about 3.99 square miles (10.3 square kilometers).
Each year, this area gets about 48 inches (122 cm) of rain and other forms of water, like snow. A big part of the land around Dutchmans Creek, about 93%, is covered by forests. This means the area is mostly natural and green.
