Enistustikweyach River facts for kids
The Enistustikweyach River is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into Dana Lake. This lake is located in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay area, which is part of the Nord-du-Québec region.
The river is quite remote. There isn't a road right next to it. However, a northern road from Matagami passes about 13.3 kilometers (8.3 miles) west of where the river starts. The river's surface is usually frozen from early November until mid-May. It's generally safe to travel on the ice from mid-November to mid-April.
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality) |
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| Main source | Little unidentified lake Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 253 m (830 ft) 50°38′46″N 77°23′00″W / 50.64611°N 77.38333°W |
| River mouth | Dana Lake (Eeyou Istchee Baie-James) Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 241 m (791 ft) 50°46′47″N 77°17′39″W / 50.77972°N 77.29417°W |
| Length | 39.1 km (24.3 mi) |
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Where is the Enistustikweyach River Located?
The Enistustikweyach River is in a part of Quebec called Nord-du-Québec. It flows through the Eeyou Istchee Baie-James municipality.
Nearby Rivers and Lakes
The main rivers and lakes near the Enistustikweyach River are:
- To the north: Dana Lake and Du Tast Lake.
- To the east: Evans Lake and the Chabinoche River.
- To the south: Iskaskunikau River, Pauschikushish Ewiwach River, and Soscumica Lake.
- To the west: Pauschikushish Ewiwach River and Matawawaskweyau River.
How Long is the Enistustikweyach River?
The Enistustikweyach River is about 39.1 kilometers (24.3 miles) long.
Where Does the River Start?
The Enistustikweyach River begins at a small, unnamed lake. This lake is surrounded by marshy land and is about 253 meters (830 feet) above sea level.
The source of the river is located:
- 38.4 kilometers (23.9 miles) north of Soscumica Lake.
- 109.4 kilometers (68.0 miles) north of downtown Matagami.
- 7.2 kilometers (4.5 miles) east of Amikapish Hill.
Where Does the River Flow?
From its starting lake, the Enistustikweyach River flows in several sections:
- It flows northeast for 12.1 kilometers (7.5 miles) to a bend.
- Then, it goes north for 19.7 kilometers (12.2 miles) until it meets a small creek coming from the east.
- After that, it flows west for 2.4 kilometers (1.5 miles), making a curve to the northeast, until it meets another creek from the northeast.
- Finally, it flows southwest for 4.9 kilometers (3.0 miles) through a wider part of the river until it reaches its mouth.
Where Does the River End?
The Enistustikweyach River flows into the southwestern part of Dana Lake. Dana Lake is connected to Evans Lake, which is crossed by the Broadback River.
The mouth of the Enistustikweyach River is located:
- 17.8 kilometers (11.1 miles) south of the main outlet of Dana Lake.
- 124.6 kilometers (77.4 miles) south of where the Broadback River flows into James Bay.
- 50.5 kilometers (31.4 miles) north of Soscumica Lake.
- 41.4 kilometers (25.7 miles) southwest of the main outlet of Evans Lake.
- 115.9 kilometers (72.0 miles) north of downtown Matagami.
What Does "Enistustikweyach" Mean?
The name "Enistustikweyach" comes from the Cree language. It means "the river where three streams come together."
The name "Enistustikweyach River" was officially recognized on October 5, 1982, by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is the organization in charge of place names in Quebec.
