Lewis Brook (New Jersey) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Lewis Brook |
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Map of Lewis Brook
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| Country | United States |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | 40°19′45″N 74°47′45″W / 40.32917°N 74.79583°W |
| River mouth | 141 ft (43 m) 40°20′0″N 74°46′54″W / 40.33333°N 74.78167°W |
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| Progression | Stony Brook (Millstone River), Millstone River, Raritan River, Atlantic Ocean |
| River system | Raritan River system |
Lewis Brook is a small stream, also known as a tributary, located in Mercer County, New Jersey, in the United States. It flows into a larger stream called the Stony Brook. Think of a tributary as a smaller river or stream that flows into a bigger one.
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Where Lewis Brook Flows
Lewis Brook begins its journey near the Pennington Shopping Center. You can find its starting point at these coordinates: 40°19′45″N 74°47′45″W / 40.32917°N 74.79583°W.
The Brook's Path
From its start, the brook flows mainly towards the east. It crosses under North Main Street as it continues its path.
Joining the Stony Brook
Finally, Lewis Brook empties its water into the Stony Brook. This meeting point is located at 40°20′0″N 74°46′54″W / 40.33333°N 74.78167°W. The Stony Brook then flows into even larger rivers, eventually reaching the Atlantic Ocean.
Other Streams in the Area
Lewis Brook is not the only stream that flows into the Stony Brook. There are several other smaller streams, or "sister tributaries," that also join it.
List of Sister Tributaries
