Huzzah Creek (St. Francis River tributary) facts for kids
Huzzah Creek is a small stream located in southern Madison County, in the Missouri state of the United States. It's like a smaller river that flows into a bigger one. Huzzah Creek is a branch, or a tributary, of the St. Francis River.
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Where Huzzah Creek Begins
Every stream has a starting point, called its headwaters. Huzzah Creek begins its journey just south of Missouri Route N. This spot is about one mile west of US Route 67. The land here is quite high, around 730 feet above sea level.
The Creek's Journey
From its starting point, Huzzah Creek flows mainly towards the southwest. Then, it turns and heads west for about two miles. The last half-mile of the creek's path is especially interesting. It flows through a narrow, rocky area known as Huzzah Canyon.
Where Huzzah Creek Ends
The place where Huzzah Creek meets the larger St. Francis River is called its confluence. This meeting point is about one mile north of the border between Madison County and Wayne County. At this spot, the elevation is much lower, around 436 feet above sea level.
Nearby Places
Even though Huzzah Creek flows through a natural area, there are a few small communities nearby.
- Coldwater is about 2.5 miles southeast of where the creek joins the St. Francis River.
- Saco is located 2.5 miles north of the confluence.
- Beulah is about three miles to the west.
The Name Huzzah
The name "Huzzah" is a special one. It's a different way of saying a word from the Osage Indians. The Osage people are a Native American tribe who lived in this area long ago.
Creek Coordinates
For those who like maps and exact locations, here are the coordinates for Huzzah Creek:
- Its source (where it begins) is at 37°20′09″N 90°24′32″W / 37.33583°N 90.40889°W.
- Its confluence (where it joins the St. Francis River) is at 37°19′41″N 90°26′38″W / 37.32806°N 90.44389°W.
