Kauskatitineu River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Kauskatitineu |
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Watershed of Nottaway River
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality) |
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| Main source | Forested creek Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 264 m (866 ft) 50°52′50″N 77°34′32″W / 50.88056°N 77.57556°W |
| River mouth | Du Tast Lake Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 242 m (794 ft) 50°58′51″N 77°24′45″W / 50.98083°N 77.41250°W |
| Length | 24.2 km (15.0 mi) |
The Kauskatitineu River is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into Du Tast Lake. This river is located in the Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality) area, which is in the Nord-du-Québec region.
The area around the Kauskatitineu River is reached by a northern road from Matagami. The river's surface is usually frozen from early November to mid-May. It's generally safe to travel on the ice from mid-November to mid-April.
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River's Journey and Location
The Kauskatitineu River starts from a small forest stream. This stream is about 264 metres (866 ft) (866 feet) above sea level.
Where the River Begins
The source of the river is located:
- About 15.9 kilometres (9.9 mi) (9.9 miles) southwest of where the Kauskatitineu River ends.
- About 25.0 kilometres (15.5 mi) (15.5 miles) northeast of a bend in the Nottaway River.
- About 61.3 kilometres (38.1 mi) (38.1 miles) northwest of Soscumica Lake.
- About 124.3 kilometres (77.2 mi) (77.2 miles) north of the town of Matagami.
How the River Flows
The Kauskatitineu River flows for about 24.2 kilometres (15.0 mi) (15.0 miles).
- For the first 4.0 kilometres (2.5 mi) (2.5 miles), it flows eastward, making a curve to the south. It then meets a small creek.
- For the next 20.2 kilometres (12.6 mi) (12.6 miles), it flows northeast. Along the way, it collects water from several streams and passes through marshy areas.
Where the River Ends
The Kauskatitineu River flows into a bay on the western side of Du Tast Lake.
- Du Tast Lake then drains into Dana Lake (Eeyou Istchee Baie-James).
- Dana Lake (Eeyou Istchee Baie-James) empties into a bay on the west side of Evans Lake.
- Finally, Evans Lake is crossed by the Broadback River to the north.
Nearby Waterways
The mouth of the Kauskatitineu River is located:
- About 7.1 kilometres (4.4 mi) (4.4 miles) southwest of the mouth of Du Tast Lake.
- About 20.6 kilometres (12.8 mi) (12.8 miles) southwest of the mouth of Dana Lake (Eeyou Istchee Baie-James).
- About 39.1 kilometres (24.3 mi) (24.3 miles) southwest of the mouth of Evans Lake.
- About 71.7 kilometres (44.6 mi) (44.6 miles) north of Soscumica Lake.
- About 107.1 kilometres (66.5 mi) (66.5 miles) southeast of the mouth of the Broadback River.
What's in a Name?
The name "Kauskatitineu River" comes from the Cree language. It means "the river where there are young branches." This name likely describes the types of trees or plants found along its banks.
The name "Kauskatitineu River" was officially recognized on October 5, 1982. This was done by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is the official body for naming places in Quebec.
