Faribault River facts for kids
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Watershed of Nottaway River
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Nord-du-Québec |
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| Main source | Eau Verte Sud Lake Eeyou Istchee James Bay (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 405 m (1,329 ft) 50°00′18″N 74°14′38″W / 50.00500°N 74.24389°W |
| River mouth | Chibougamau River Eeyou Istchee James Bay (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 365 m (1,198 ft) 50°00′39″N 74°24′02″W / 50.01083°N 74.40056°W |
| Length | 18.4 km (11.4 mi) |
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The Faribault River is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Chibougamau River. This river is located in the Nord-du-Québec region, specifically in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay (municipality) area.
The land around the Faribault River is mainly used for forestry, which means cutting down trees for wood. People also enjoy recreational tourism activities here, like visiting for fun. A forest road helps people get around the Faribault River valley. This road connects to Route 167 near Chibougamau.
The Faribault River is usually frozen from early November until mid-May. However, it's generally safe to walk or travel on the ice from mid-November to mid-April.
Faribault River's Journey
The Faribault River starts in a place called Eeyou Istchee James Bay (municipality). Its journey begins at the Eau Verte Sud Lake. This lake is quite small, about 0.4 kilometres (0.25 mi) long, and sits at an altitude of 405 metres (1,329 ft). The lake is near the northern edge of the city of Chibougamau.
From Eau Verte Sud Lake, the Faribault River flows for about 18.4 kilometres (11.4 mi). It travels through different areas, including the townships of Roy, Mackenzie, and Blaiklock. Along its way, it passes through Eau Verte Lake. One of its small branches, called Dufault Creek, joins the river.
The Faribault River eventually flows into the Chibougamau River. The Chibougamau River then flows generally southwest. It meets the Opawica River, and together they form the Waswanipi River. The Waswanipi River continues its journey westward, passing through several lakes like lake Waswanipi, Goéland Lake, and Olga Lake. Finally, it empties into Matagami Lake. Matagami Lake then flows into the Nottaway River, which is a large river that ends in Rupert Bay in James Bay.
The spot where the Faribault River joins the Chibougamau River is about 10.8 kilometres (6.7 mi) northwest of downtown Chibougamau.
What's in the Area?
The land around the Faribault River is surrounded by other rivers and lakes.
- To the north, you'll find the Chibougamau River, Blaiklock River, and Mistago River.
- To the east, there's the Chébistuane River, Waconichi Lake, Chibougamau Lake, and Mistassini Lake.
- To the south, you'll see the Obatogamau River and David Lake.
- To the west, there's the Opémisca River and Chevrillon Lake.
Why is it Called Faribault?
For a long time, different Indigenous groups lived in this area, including the Attikameks, the Algonquins, and the Crees.
The Faribault River is named after a man named Eugène-Rodolphe Faribault (1869-1953). He was an engineer who worked on the Mining Commission of Chibougamau in 1909. This commission was set up to study if there were valuable minerals in the region. Faribault was an important member of this group.
The name "Faribault River" has been used since before 1914. It was officially recognized on December 12, 1939, by the "Commission de géographie du Québec," which is now called the Commission de toponymie du Québec. The name was formally confirmed on December 5, 1968.
