Fabulet River facts for kids
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Watershed of Nottaway River
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality) |
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| Main source | Unidentified lake Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 218 m (715 ft) 50°47′27″N 78°08′44″W / 50.79083°N 78.14556°W |
| River mouth | Iroquois River (Nottaway River) Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 142 m (466 ft) 50°53′03″N 78°22′03″W / 50.88417°N 78.36750°W |
| Length | 26.9 km (16.7 mi) |
The Fabulet River is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Iroquois River, which is a larger river. This means the Fabulet River is a "tributary" of the Iroquois River.
The Fabulet River is located in the Nord-du-Québec region. This area is quite remote. There are no special roads for getting to the river through the forest. The river's surface usually freezes over in early November. It stays frozen until mid-May. It is generally safe to travel on the ice from mid-November to mid-April.
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Where Does the Fabulet River Flow?
The Fabulet River is part of a larger network of waterways. It flows through a region with several other rivers. Knowing about these nearby rivers helps us understand the Fabulet River's journey.
Nearby Rivers and Basins
The main river basins near the Fabulet River are:
- North: Richerville River, Nottaway River
- East: Richerville River, Nottaway River
- South: Kitchigama River, Iroquois River
- West: Kitchigama River, Iroquois River
The River's Starting Point
The Fabulet River begins in an unnamed lake. This lake is about 1.2 kilometres (0.75 mi) long. It sits at an altitude of 218 metres (715 ft) above sea level.
The source lake is located:
- About 6.5 kilometres (4.0 mi) southwest of the Nottaway River.
- About 18.7 kilometres (11.6 mi) southeast of where the Fabulet River ends.
- About 27.3 kilometres (17.0 mi) southeast of the mouth of the Iroquois River.
- About 78.3 kilometres (48.7 mi) south of the mouth of the Nottaway River.
- About 120 kilometres (75 mi) south of the town of Matagami.
The River's Journey
From its source in the Desmazures Township, the Fabulet River travels about 26.9 kilometres (16.7 mi). Here is how it flows:
- It flows for 1.7 kilometres (1.1 mi) towards the south and west. It crosses another unnamed lake, which is at an elevation of 214 metres (702 ft).
- Then, it goes 10.3 kilometres (6.4 mi) northwest. This leads to the southern shore of Fabulet Lake.
- It crosses Fabulet Lake for 2.2 kilometres (1.4 mi). The lake is at an elevation of 176 metres (577 ft).
- Next, it flows 5.2 kilometres (3.2 mi) northwest, then southwest. It meets a small stream coming from the southeast.
- Finally, it travels 7.5 kilometres (4.7 mi) northwest. Along the way, it collects water from several other small streams before reaching its end.
Where the River Ends
The Fabulet River flows into the eastern side of the Iroquois River. It joins the Iroquois River at a bend.
This meeting point is located:
- About 8.8 kilometres (5.5 mi) southeast of where the Iroquois River itself ends.
- About 60.2 kilometres (37.4 mi) southeast of the mouth of the Nottaway River. The Nottaway River flows into Rupert Bay.
- About 135 kilometres (84 mi) northwest of downtown Matagami.
- About 6.0 kilometres (3.7 mi) south of the Nottaway River.
What Does "Fabulet" Mean?
The name "Fabulet" comes from a family name that is French.
The name "Fabulet River" became official on December 5, 1968. This happened when the Commission de toponymie du Québec was created. This commission is in charge of naming places in Quebec.
