Fourpole Creek (Tug Fork tributary) facts for kids

Fourpole Creek is a small stream, about 4.8-mile-long (7.7 km), located in the beautiful state of West Virginia in the United States. It flows through parts of McDowell and Mingo counties. This creek is special because it actually forms the border between these two counties for some of its length.

Fourpole Creek is a tributary of a larger river called the Tug Fork. Think of a tributary as a smaller stream or river that flows into a bigger one. So, Fourpole Creek adds its water to the Tug Fork.

The Tug Fork then joins other rivers, and eventually, all this water makes its way to the Ohio River. From there, the water travels even further to the mighty Mississippi River. This whole system of rivers and streams that collect water from an area is called a watershed or drainage basin. It's like a giant funnel that gathers all the rainfall and sends it towards the ocean.

Streams Joining Fourpole Creek

Just like Fourpole Creek flows into a bigger river, smaller streams also flow into Fourpole Creek. These are its own tributaries, bringing water from the surrounding land. They are listed below, starting from where Fourpole Creek begins and moving towards where it ends:

• Sims Fork
• Brushy Fork

Towns Along Fourpole Creek

Fourpole Creek flows past or near a couple of towns in West Virginia. These communities are connected to the creek, which is a natural feature of their landscape.

• Isaban
• Mohawk