Little Fisher River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Little Fisher River |
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Location of Little Fisher River mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Fisher River |
| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Surry |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | south side of the Blue Ridge escarpment about 0.5 miles southwest of Fisher Peak 2,610 ft (800 m) 36°33′15″N 080°49′45″W / 36.55417°N 80.82917°W |
| River mouth | Fisher River about 0.5 miles northeast of New Hope, North Carolina 1,010 ft (310 m) 36°25′18″N 080°42′04″W / 36.42167°N 80.70111°W |
| Length | 16.78 mi (27.00 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | generally south |
| River system | Yadkin River |
| Basin size | 38.35 square miles (99.3 km2) |
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| Bridges | Old Lowgap Road, Sutphin Trail, Round Peak Church Road, Twin Rocks Lane, Bryant Road, Richards Road, I-77, NC 89, Laurel Spring Church Road, Haystack Road, Red Brush Road |
The Little Fisher River is a small river located in Surry County, North Carolina, United States. It flows for about 16.78 miles (27.01 km). This river is a "tributary," which means it's a smaller stream that flows into a larger one. The Little Fisher River joins the bigger Fisher River. Interestingly, it's the only river in the entire United States with this exact name!
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Other Names for the River
Sometimes, rivers have different names over time. According to the Geographic Names Information System, the Little Fisher River has also been known by these names:
- Little Fish River
- Little Fishe River
Where the River Flows
The Little Fisher River begins high up in the mountains. It starts on the southern side of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This spot is about half a mile southwest of a place called Fisher Peak.
From its source, the Little Fisher River generally flows south. It continues its journey until it meets the Fisher River. This meeting point is about half a mile northeast of a town called New Hope, North Carolina.
The River's Surroundings
The area that the Little Fisher River drains is called its "watershed." This watershed covers about 38.35 square miles (99.3 km²).
Here are some facts about the Little Fisher River's watershed:
- It receives about 48.5 inches (123 cm) of rain each year.
- About 56% of the land in this area is covered by forests.
Streams Joining the River
Several smaller streams flow into the Little Fisher River, adding to its water. These are called tributaries.
- On the left side (as you look downstream):
- Auberry Creek
- Ross Creek
- On the right side (as you look downstream):
- Ring Creek
- Beaverdam Creek
- Hatchers Creek
