Horsepen Creek (Uwharrie River tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Horsepen Creek |
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Location of Horsepen 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 | Reeves Spring Branch divide about 1 mile west of Coggins Mine, North Carolina 592 ft (180 m) 35°29′18″N 080°02′15″W / 35.48833°N 80.03750°W |
| River mouth | Uwharrie River about 1 mile southeast of Coggins Mine, North Carolina 329 ft (100 m) 35°28′50″N 080°00′44″W / 35.48056°N 80.01222°W |
| Length | 2.22 mi (3.57 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | southeast |
| River system | Pee Dee River |
| Basin size | 1.29 square miles (3.3 km2) |
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| Bridges | Coggins Mine Road |
Horsepen Creek is a small stream, or creek, located in Montgomery County, North Carolina, in the United States. It is about 2.22 mi (3.57 km) long. This creek is a tributary (meaning a smaller stream that flows into a larger one) of the Uwharrie River.
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Journey of Horsepen Creek
Horsepen Creek begins its journey in Montgomery County, North Carolina. It starts near a place called Coggins Mine.
Where it Starts
The creek's source is on a natural high point, or divide, called Reeves Spring Branch. This spot is about 1 mile west of Coggins Mine.
Its Path to the River
From its starting point, Horsepen Creek flows towards the southeast. It continues its path until it meets and joins the Uwharrie River. This meeting point is about 1 mile southeast of Coggins Mine.
Understanding the Watershed
A watershed is an area of land where all the water (from rain, snow, or melting ice) drains into a single river, lake, or ocean. Horsepen Creek has its own watershed.
Size and Environment
The land area that drains into Horsepen Creek is about 1.29 square miles (3.3 km2). This area gets a good amount of rain each year, around 47.6 inches. A large part of this watershed, about 94%, is covered by forests. This means the area is mostly green and natural.
