McKenzie River (Bécancour River tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids McKenzie River |
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| Native name | Rivière McKenzie |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Centre-du-Québec |
| MRC | L'Érable Regional County Municipality |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Forest and mountain streams Thetford Mines (sector Pontbriand) 282 m (925 ft) 46°14′19″N 71°39′33″W / 46.238524°N 71.659218°W |
| River mouth | Bécancour River Saint-Jacques-de-Leeds 190 m (620 ft) 46°13′54″N 71°30′16″W / 46.23167°N 71.50444°W |
| Length | 11.9 km (7.4 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Bécancour River, St. Lawrence River |
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The McKenzie River (in French: rivière McKenzie) is a small river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Bécancour River. The Bécancour River then joins the mighty St. Lawrence River.
The McKenzie River travels through a few towns. These include Laurierville, Saint-Pierre-Baptiste, and Inverness. These towns are part of a larger area called the L'Érable Regional County Municipality (MRC). This region is found in Centre-du-Québec.
Where the McKenzie River Flows
The McKenzie River is surrounded by other rivers and streams. These are all part of different watersheds. A watershed is an area of land where all the water drains into one main river or lake.
- To the north, you'll find the Noire River.
- To the east, the Bécancour River is nearby.
- To the south, there's more of the Bécancour River and a small stream called Golden stream.
- To the west, you'll also see the Bécancour River and the Noire River.
River's Journey
The McKenzie River starts its journey in Laurierville. It begins from small streams in farm areas. This starting point is about 3.4 km (2.1 mi) northeast of Mount Apic. Mount Apic is a hill that stands 320 m (1,050 ft) tall.
The river flows for about 11.9 km (7.4 mi) in total. Here's how its path is divided:
- First, it flows 2.3 km (1.4 mi) east through Laurierville.
- Then, it continues 1.8 km (1.1 mi) east in Saint-Pierre-Baptiste.
- Next, it goes 3.6 km (2.2 mi) southeast. For part of this section, it forms the border between Inverness and Saint-Pierre-Baptiste.
- Finally, it flows 4.2 km (2.6 mi) east. It passes south of Inverness before reaching its end.
The McKenzie River ends by joining the Bécancour River. It flows into the west side of the Bécancour River, southeast of the village of Inverness.
Naming the McKenzie River
The name "McKenzie River" became official on August 17, 1978. This was decided by the Commission de toponymie du Québec. This commission is in charge of naming places in Quebec.
