Leading Creek (Ohio) facts for kids
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Leading Creek in Rutland Township in 2007
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Map of Leading Creek and its watershed
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| Counties | Athens, Meigs |
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| Main source | Lee Township, Athens County 820 ft (250 m) 39°14′09″N 82°13′09″W / 39.2359064°N 82.2190367°W |
| River mouth | Ohio River Middleport 538 ft (164 m) 38°59′04″N 82°04′18″W / 38.9845230°N 82.0715312°W |
| Length | 29.5 mi (47.5 km) |
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| Basin size | 150 sq mi (390 km2) |
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Leading Creek is a river in southeastern Ohio, United States. It is about 29.5 miles (47.5 kilometers) long. This creek is a tributary, which means it flows into a larger river. Leading Creek flows into the Ohio River.
The water from Leading Creek eventually joins the Mississippi River. It drains an area of about 150 square miles (388 square kilometers). This area is part of the Allegheny Plateau, a region that was not covered by glaciers long ago.
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Where Leading Creek Starts and Flows
Leading Creek begins in southern Athens County. Its source is northwest of Albany, in Lee Township. From there, it flows south into Meigs County.
Journey Through Meigs County
The creek travels through several areas in Meigs County. It passes through Columbia Township. You can see it near the community of Carpenter.
After that, Leading Creek turns southeast. It flows through Salem, Rutland, and Salisbury townships. It also goes through the community of Langsville.
Where Leading Creek Ends
Finally, Leading Creek reaches the Ohio River. It joins the Ohio River at the southern end of the village of Middleport.
Little Leading Creek
Little Leading Creek is a smaller stream that flows into Leading Creek. It is a tributary of Leading Creek. This smaller creek is entirely within Meigs County.
Little Leading Creek's Path
Little Leading Creek starts in Scipio Township. It then flows south through the village of Rutland. It joins Leading Creek in Rutland Township.
Little Leading Creek is about 10.6 miles (17.1 kilometers) long. It drains an area of about 25.6 square miles (66.3 square kilometers).
