La Trêve River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids La Trêve |
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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 | La Trêve Lake Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 337 m (1,106 ft) 49°57′43″N 75°38′58″W / 49.96194°N 75.64944°W |
| River mouth | Maicasagi River Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality), Quebec 281 m (922 ft) 50°01′28″N 75°54′08″W / 50.02444°N 75.90222°W |
| Length | 32.0 km (19.9 mi) |
The La Trêve River is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Maicasagi River. This river is found in the large Eeyou Istchee Baie-James area. It's in the northern part of Quebec.
The river flows through two areas called Daine and Branssat. You can reach the river's area by using Road 113. This road connects Lebel-sur-Quévillon and Chibougamau. The road passes south of La Trêve Lake and Inconnu Lake.
The La Trêve River usually freezes over in early November. It stays frozen until mid-May. It's generally safe to walk or travel on the ice from mid-November to mid-April.
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River's Path and Surroundings
The La Trêve River is surrounded by other rivers and lakes. These are called its hydrographic slopes.
- North side: Caupichigau River, Maicasagi River, Monsan River, Capichigau Lake.
- East side: Comencho Lake, Opataca Lake, La Trêve Lake.
- South side: Inconnue River, Inconnu Lake, Chibougamau River.
- West side: Maicasagi River, Inconnue River.
Where the River Starts
The La Trêve River begins at La Trêve Lake. This lake is about 34.1 kilometres (21.2 mi) long. Its elevation is 337 metres (1,106 ft) above sea level.
The start of the river is located:
- 19.7 kilometres (12.2 mi) north of where the La Trêve River joins the Maicasagi River.
- 71.9 kilometres (44.7 mi) east of where the Maicasagi River joins Maicasagi Lake.
- 156.3 kilometres (97.1 mi) northeast of the town of Matagami.
How the River Flows
From La Trêve Lake, the La Trêve River flows for 32.0 kilometres (19.9 mi). It takes a winding path:
- First, it flows southwest for 4.4 kilometres (2.7 mi). It passes four small waterfalls.
- Then, it turns west for 6.4 kilometres (4.0 mi). It makes two curves and goes through swampy areas. It meets Huguette Creek here.
- Next, it flows north for 2.9 kilometres (1.8 mi). It makes a slight curve to the west and meets the Caupichigau River.
- After that, it goes northwest for 7.3 kilometres (4.5 mi). It passes through another marshy area and meets Branssat Creek.
- It continues northwest for 6.5 kilometres (4.0 mi). It forms a curve to the northeast and meets Veto Creek.
- Finally, it flows west for 4.5 kilometres (2.8 mi) until it reaches its mouth.
Where the River Ends
The La Trêve River flows into the Maicasagi River. It joins the Maicasagi River on its southeastern bank. From there, the water flows west into Maicasagi Lake.
Then, the water travels southwest through the Max Passage. This leads to Goéland Lake. The Waswanipi River flows through Goéland Lake and eventually reaches Lake Matagami.
The mouth of the La Trêve River is located:
- 47.5 kilometres (29.5 mi) northeast of where the Maicasagi River meets Maicasagi Lake.
- 18.3 kilometres (11.4 mi) north of the center of the village of Waswanipi.
- 120.3 kilometres (74.8 mi) north of downtown Matagami.
River's Name
The name "Rivière la Trêve" (which means "La Trêve River" in English) was officially recognized on December 5, 1968. This happened when the Commission de toponymie du Québec was created. This commission is in charge of naming places in Quebec.
