Martin Creek (Susquehanna River tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Martin Creek |
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Martin Creek looking upstream
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| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | valley in Northmoreland Township, Wyoming County, Pennsylvania between 1,040 and 1,060 feet (317 and 323 m) |
| River mouth | Susquehanna River in Northmoreland Township, Wyoming County, Pennsylvania 558 ft (170 m) 41°27′19″N 75°53′33″W / 41.45528°N 75.89244°W |
| Length | 2.0 mi (3.2 km) |
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| Progression | Susquehanna River → Chesapeake Bay |
| Basin size | 2.25 sq mi (5.8 km2) |
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Martin Creek is a small stream in Wyoming County, Pennsylvania. It flows into the big Susquehanna River. The creek is about 2 miles (3.2 km) long. It runs through Northmoreland Township and Eaton Township. Martin Creek is a special place for fish. It is known as a Coldwater Fishery and a Migratory Fishery. This means it's a good home for fish that like cold water. It's also a stop for fish that travel. The water in Martin Creek is clean. It is not listed as a polluted waterway.
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Where Martin Creek Flows
Martin Creek starts in a valley. This valley is in Northmoreland Township. The creek first flows northeast. Then it turns east-northeast for a bit. After that, it turns north. It then enters Eaton Township. Here, another small stream joins it. This stream is not named.
The creek then turns east-southeast. It goes back into Northmoreland Township. A little further downstream, it meets the Susquehanna River. Martin Creek joins the Susquehanna River about 211 miles (340 km) from its mouth.
Creek's Small Branches
Martin Creek does not have any named branches. But it does have one small stream that flows into it. This stream does not have a name.
Water Quality of Martin Creek
The water in Martin Creek is very clean. It is not listed as a polluted stream. This means it is healthy for the animals that live there.
Land and Rocks Around the Creek
The land around Martin Creek is interesting. Near where the creek joins the Susquehanna River, the ground is about 558 feet (170 meters) above sea level. Where the creek starts, the ground is much higher. It is between 1040 and 1060 feet (317 to 323 meters) above sea level.
The ground along the creek has different types of soil and rocks. Most of it is made of something called Wisconsinan Till. This is a type of soil left behind by glaciers. You can also find patches of alluvium. This is soil left by flowing water. There are also areas with Wisconsinan Ice-Contact Stratified Drift. Near the mouth, there is Wisconsinan Outwash. These are all types of deposits from ancient glaciers.
Martin Creek's Watershed
The area that drains water into Martin Creek is called its watershed. This watershed covers about 2.25 square miles (5.8 square kilometers). The entire creek is located within a map area called Center Moreland. A small town called Keelersburg is located near where the creek meets the Susquehanna River.
Martin Creek is important for aquatic life. This means it is a place where water animals and plants can live and grow.
A company called Williams Field Services wanted to build a pipeline. This pipeline would carry natural gas. It would cross a small, unnamed stream that flows into Martin Creek. The pipeline would be 24 inches (61 cm) wide.
History of Martin Creek
Martin Creek was officially named on August 2, 1979. Its official ID number in a system for geographic names is 1199117.
There is a bridge that crosses Martin Creek. This bridge carries State Route 2007, also known as Keelersburg Road. In 2012, plans were approved to fix this bridge permanently.
Animals and Plants in Martin Creek
The area around Martin Creek is special for fish. It is known as a Coldwater Fishery. This means it's a good home for fish that need cold water. It's also a Migratory Fishery. This means fish travel through it.
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission planned a meeting in 2018. They wanted to consider adding Martin Creek to a list of wild trout streams. If added, it would be recognized as a place where wild trout live and thrive.
Images for kids
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Martin Creek looking downstream
