McIntire Run (Big Sandy Creek tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids McIntire Run |
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Location of McIntire Run mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Big Sandy Creek |
| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Fayette |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Lick Run divide about 2 miles south of Summit, Pennsylvania 2,180 ft (660 m) 39°49′38″N 079°40′39″W / 39.82722°N 79.67750°W |
| River mouth | Big Sandy Creek about 3 miles north-northeast of Elliottsville, Pennsylvania 1,597 ft (487 m) 39°47′32″N 079°37′06″W / 39.79222°N 79.61833°W |
| Length | 4.11 mi (6.61 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | southeast |
| River system | Monongahela River |
| Basin size | 3.27 square miles (8.5 km2) |
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| Bridges | Shepherd Road, Wharton Furnace Road |
McIntire Run is a small stream, about 4.11 mi (6.61 km) long. It's known as a "tributary," which means it's a smaller stream that flows into a larger one. McIntire Run joins Big Sandy Creek in Fayette County, Pennsylvania.
About McIntire Run
McIntire Run is an important part of the local water system. It helps carry water from the land into bigger rivers. This stream is located in the beautiful state of Pennsylvania.
Where McIntire Run Starts and Ends
McIntire Run begins its journey about 2 miles south of a place called Summit, Pennsylvania. From there, it flows towards the southeast. It travels for a few miles before meeting up with Big Sandy Creek. This meeting point is about 3 miles north-northeast of Elliottsville.
The Land Around McIntire Run
The area of land that drains water into McIntire Run is called its "watershed." This watershed covers about 3.27 square miles (8.5 km2). Most of this land, about 95%, is covered by forests. The area gets a good amount of rain, about 51.2 inches each year. This rainfall helps keep the stream flowing.
