Mahoning Creek (Lehigh River tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mahoning Creek |
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| River mouth | Lehigh River near Lehighton 665 ft (203 m) |
| Length | 16.7 mi (26.9 km) |
Mahoning Creek is a stream in Pennsylvania, United States. It flows for about 16.7-mile-long (26.9 km). This creek is a tributary, which means it's a smaller stream that flows into a larger river. Mahoning Creek joins the Lehigh River. It runs through parts of Schuylkill and Carbon counties.
Where Mahoning Creek Starts and Flows
Mahoning Creek begins south of a town called Summit Hill. It starts in a low area, like a "saddle," between two hills.
Mahoning Creek's Journey
From its start, Mahoning Creek flows next to Pisgah Mountain. It follows the southern side of this mountain. Later, it moves away from the Mahoning Hills. It then flows along the northern side of Mauch Chunk Ridge.
The creek passes through Mahoning Township. Finally, Mahoning Creek meets the Lehigh River. This meeting point is close to the town of Lehighton.
