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Little West Kill
Country United States
State New York
Physical characteristics
Main source Delaware County, New York
River mouth Schoharie Creek
Lexington, Greene County, New York, United States
42°16′04″N 74°24′46″W / 42.26778°N 74.41278°W / 42.26778; -74.41278
Basin features
Basin size 8.21 sq mi (21.3 km2)

The Little West Kill is a small stream or river located in New York State. It flows into a larger waterway called the Schoharie Creek. This meeting point is near the town of Lexington, which is in Greene County, New York.

What is the Little West Kill?

The Little West Kill is a natural stream. In areas settled by the Dutch, like parts of New York, a "kill" is a common word for a creek or river. So, the Little West Kill is a smaller river that joins a bigger one.

Where Does the Little West Kill Start?

This small river begins its journey in Delaware County, New York. From there, it flows until it reaches the Schoharie Creek.

Where Does the Little West Kill End?

The Little West Kill ends when it flows into the Schoharie Creek. This happens near the community of Lexington. Lexington is located in Greene County, New York, in the United States.

How Big is the Little West Kill's Area?

The area that collects water for the Little West Kill is called its basin. This basin covers about 8.21 square miles (which is about 21.26 square kilometers). This size helps us understand how much land feeds water into this particular stream.

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