Little Waswanipi River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Little Waswanipi River |
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Watershed of Nottaway River
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Nord-du-Québec |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Forested creek Eeyou Istchee James Bay (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 308 m (1,010 ft) 49°39′08″N 76°01′24″W / 49.65222°N 76.02333°W |
| River mouth | Opawica River Eeyou Istchee James Bay (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 276 m (906 ft) 49°40′56″N 75°57′46″W / 49.68222°N 75.96278°W |
| Length | 19.9 km (12.4 mi) |
The Little Waswanipi River is a small river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Opawica River. This river is located in the Nord-du-Québec region, within the Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality).
The Little Waswanipi River flows towards the northeast. A major road, Quebec route 113, follows its valley. This road connects the towns of Lebel-sur-Quévillon and Chibougamau.
During the colder months, the river usually freezes over. It is typically frozen from early November until mid-May. However, it's generally safe to walk or move on the ice from mid-November to mid-April.
About the River's Path
- To the north: The Waswanipi River.
- To the east: The Opawica River.
- To the south: Opawica Lake and the Bachelor River.
- To the west: Lake Waswanipi and the Waswanipi River.
The Little Waswanipi River starts from a forested creek. This starting point is about 11.1 kilometres (6.9 mi) south of the main Waswanipi River. It is also about 9.0 kilometres (5.6 mi) west of Opawica Lake.
The river flows for about 19.9 kilometres (12.4 mi). As it flows, it crosses Quebec route 113. This road connects the villages of Desmaraisville, Quebec and Waswanipi.
Finally, the Little Waswanipi River joins the Opawica River. This meeting point is very close to where the Opawica River itself joins the Chibougamau River. The Chibougamau River is the beginning of the larger Waswanipi River.River's Name
The name Petite rivière Waswanipi was officially recognized on November 1, 1988. This was done by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is in charge of place names in Quebec.
