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Little Bear Brook
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Map of Little Bear Brook
Country United States
Physical characteristics
Main source 40°19′1″N 74°38′13″W / 40.31694°N 74.63694°W / 40.31694; -74.63694
River mouth 56 ft (17 m)
40°19′43″N 74°37′29″W / 40.32861°N 74.62472°W / 40.32861; -74.62472
Basin features
Progression Millstone River, Raritan River, Atlantic Ocean
River system Raritan River system

Little Bear Brook is a small stream, also known as a tributary, located in Mercer County, New Jersey, in the United States. It plays a part in the larger Raritan River system by flowing into the Millstone River. Eventually, its water travels all the way to the Atlantic Ocean.

Where Little Bear Brook Flows

Every stream has a starting point, called its source. Little Bear Brook begins in Mercer County, New Jersey, at these coordinates: 40°19′1″N 74°38′13″W / 40.31694°N 74.63694°W / 40.31694; -74.63694.

From its source, the brook flows mainly towards the northeast. As it travels, it passes under a few roads. These include Alexander Road and Washington Road, which is also known as County Route 571 (CR-571).

Finally, Little Bear Brook empties its water into the Millstone River. This ending point, known as its mouth, is located at 40°19′43″N 74°37′29″W / 40.32861°N 74.62472°W / 40.32861; -74.62472. The water from Little Bear Brook then joins the Millstone River, which flows into the Raritan River, and eventually reaches the Atlantic Ocean.

Other Streams in the Area

Little Bear Brook is one of many streams that flow into the Millstone River. These streams are all "sister tributaries" because they feed into the same larger river. Some of these other streams include:

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