Landry River (Nicolet Southwest River tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Landry River |
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| Native name | Rivière Landry |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Estrie |
| MRC | Le Val-Saint-François Regional County Municipality, Les Sources Regional County Municipality |
| Municipality | Cleveland, Danville |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Confluence of mountain streams Cleveland 149 m (489 ft) 45°40′52″N 72°05′25″W / 45.681141°N 72.090217°W |
| River mouth | Nicolet Southwest River Danville 118 m (387 ft) 45°48′13″N 72°01′31″W / 45.80361°N 72.02528°W |
| Length | 17.2 km (10.7 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Nicolet Southwest River, Nicolet River, St. Lawrence River |
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The Landry River (which is rivière Landry in French) is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Nicolet Southwest River. The river passes through the towns of Cleveland and Danville. These towns are located in the Estrie region of Quebec.
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Where the Landry River Flows
The Landry River is part of a larger network of waterways. It has several important rivers nearby.
- To the north, you'll find the Nicolet Southwest River.
- To the east, there's the Nicolet Southwest River again, and also the Danville River.
- To the south and west, the Saint-François River is a major neighbor.
The River's Beginning
The Landry River starts in the "Greenshields" area of the "Smith Mountains." This area is in the town of Cleveland. The river begins where several small mountain streams join together. A path runs along the west side of the river's valley.
The River's Journey
From where it begins, the Landry River flows for about 17.2 kilometers (10.7 miles). Here's how its journey unfolds:
- First, it flows northeast for about 2.5 kilometers (1.6 miles) through Cleveland.
- Then, it turns north and flows for about 6.1 kilometers (3.8 miles). During this part, it crosses under Route 116. It also meets the Danville River.
- Next, it continues north for about 3.1 kilometers (1.9 miles), winding its way along. Here, it joins Burbank Creek, which comes from the east.
- Finally, the river flows north for another 5.5 kilometers (3.4 miles). It winds west of the village of Danville before reaching its end.
Where the River Ends
The Landry River empties into the south bank of the Nicolet Southwest River. This meeting point is about 2.9 kilometers (1.8 miles) downstream from the Route 116 bridge. It's also about 1.8 kilometers (1.1 miles) north of the center of Danville.
Why "Landry"?
The name "Landry" is a family name that comes from France.
The official name "Rivière Landry" was recognized on December 5, 1968. This was done by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is like a government group that names places in Quebec.
