Jennings Run facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Jennings Run |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maryland |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | near Jennings Randolph Lake, Garrett County, Maryland, Backbone Mountain ridge 39°26′35″N 79°11′20″W / 39.44306°N 79.18889°W |
| River mouth | 0 ft (0 m) |
| Basin features | |
| River system | Potomac River#North Branch Potomac River |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maryland |
| City | Frostburg |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | near Frostburg, Allegany County, Maryland, Savage Mountain ridge 39°40′06″N 78°55′18″W / 39.66833°N 78.92167°W |
| River mouth | 0 ft (0 m) |
| Basin features | |
| River system | Potomac River#North Branch Potomac River |
Jennings Run refers to two different streams, or 'runs,' located in the state of Maryland, United States. Both are important parts of the local water system. They are known as Jennings Run (Garrett County) and Jennings Run (Allegany County).
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Exploring Jennings Run
These two streams are called tributaries. A tributary is a smaller stream or river that flows into a larger one. Both Jennings Runs eventually contribute their water to the larger Potomac River system.
Jennings Run in Garrett County
This Jennings Run starts its journey near Jennings Randolph Lake. Its source is located in Garrett County, Maryland. The stream begins on the ridge of Backbone Mountain. From there, it flows until it joins Three Forks Run.
Jennings Run in Allegany County
The other Jennings Run begins near the town of Frostburg, Maryland. This stream is found in Allegany County, Maryland. Its source is on the ridge of Savage Mountain.
Where the Water Flows
As Jennings Run (Allegany County) continues its path, other smaller streams join it.
- One important stream, Mount Savage Run, adds its water near Mount Savage.
- Another small creek flows into Jennings Run near Barrelville. This creek starts near Wellersburg.
- Finally, Jennings Run reaches Corriganville. Here, it merges with Wills Creek. Wills Creek then flows into the North Branch of the Potomac River.
