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Masonville Creek
Masonville Creek is located in New York
Masonville Creek
Location of the mouth of Masonville Creek
Country United States
State New York
County Delaware
Physical characteristics
Main source 42°16′27″N 75°19′51″W / 42.2742486°N 75.3307315°W / 42.2742486; -75.3307315
River mouth Bennettsville Creek
1,079 ft (329 m)
42°15′10″N 75°26′01″W / 42.2528592°N 75.4335130°W / 42.2528592; -75.4335130
Basin features
Tributaries

Masonville Creek is a small river located in Delaware County, New York. It is an important part of the local water system.

Where Masonville Creek Flows

Masonville Creek starts its journey in Delaware County, New York. It then flows into another body of water.

Joining Bennettsville Creek

The creek eventually joins up with Bennettsville Creek. This meeting point is found east of a place called Bennettsville.

About Creeks and Rivers

Creeks are smaller streams of water. They are like mini-rivers. Rivers are natural flowing watercourses. They usually flow towards an ocean, sea, lake, or another river.

Importance of Local Waterways

Creeks and rivers like Masonville Creek are important. They help carry water across the land. They also provide homes for many plants and animals.

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