Jocko River (Montana) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Jocko River |
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| Country | Sanders and Lake County, Montana |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | 47°11′40″N 113°51′10″W / 47.19444°N 113.85278°W |
| River mouth | 2,503 feet (763 m) 47°19′17″N 114°18′15″W / 47.32139°N 114.30417°W |
| Basin features | |
| River system | Columbia River |
| Basin size | 380 sq mi (980 km2) |
The Jocko River is a cool river in western Montana, United States. It flows for about 40 miles (64 km). The river starts in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. It then flows west and joins the Flathead River near Dixon. At this point, the river is about 2,503 feet (763 meters) above sea level.
The Jocko River is also known by other names. These include Jacques Fork, Jim's Fork, Prune River, or Wild Horse Creek. The river actually splits into three main parts. These parts are called the North, Middle, and South Forks. The Middle Fork is considered the main and largest part of the river.
Who Was Jocko Finlay?
The Jocko River got its name from a person! It was named after Jacques Raphael Finlay. He lived from 1768 to 1828. Jacques was often called "Jocko." He was an early Metis fur trader, scout, and explorer. He helped explore and trade in the region.
When the Jocko River Flooded
The Jocko Valley experienced a big flood in June 2011. The Jocko River overflowed its banks. This happened because there was a lot of snow. The amount of snow was twice the usual amount. Heavy rain also fell at the same time. This combination caused the river to rise very high.
