Mill Creek (Little River tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mill Creek |
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Location of Mill Creek mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Little River |
| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Moore |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Aberdeen Creek divide about 1.5 miles east of Pinehurst, North Carolina 470 ft (140 m) 35°12′12″N 079°25′03″W / 35.20333°N 79.41750°W |
| River mouth | Little River about 0.25 miles east of Lakeview, North Carolina 246 ft (75 m) 35°14′32″N 079°17′50″W / 35.24222°N 79.29722°W |
| Length | 7.80 mi (12.55 km) |
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| Progression | northeast |
| River system | Cape Fear River |
| Basin size | 20.08 square miles (52.0 km2) |
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| Waterbodies | numerous unnamed reservoirs Crystal Lake |
| Bridges | Hunter Trail, Central Drive, Santee Road, Niagara-Carthage Road, Camp Easter Road, Aiken Road |
Mill Creek is a small river, also called a creek, located in Moore County, North Carolina. It flows for about 7.80 mi (12.55 km) and is a branch, or "tributary," that flows into the Little River. It's considered a "3rd order" stream, which means it's formed by two smaller "2nd order" streams joining together.
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Journey of Mill Creek
Mill Creek begins its journey near Pinehurst, North Carolina. It starts in an area that separates its waters from those of Aberdeen Creek. This starting point is about 1.5 miles east of Pinehurst.
Where the Creek Flows
From its source, Mill Creek flows mainly towards the northeast. It travels through the landscape of Moore County, North Carolina.
Meeting the Little River
After flowing for about 7.8 miles, Mill Creek reaches its end. It joins the Little River near Lakeview, North Carolina. This meeting point is about 0.25 miles east of Lakeview.
Mill Creek's Watershed
A watershed is like a giant bowl that collects all the rain and snow that falls within its boundaries, directing it into a specific river or stream. Mill Creek's watershed is the entire area of land that drains water into the creek.
Size and Features of the Watershed
The Mill Creek watershed covers an area of 20.08 square miles (52.0 km2). This means that all the rain that falls on these 20.08 square miles eventually makes its way into Mill Creek.
Rainfall and Forests
The area around Mill Creek receives a good amount of rain, about 49.2 inches (125 cm) each year. A large part of this watershed, about 34%, is covered by forests. These forests help keep the water clean and provide homes for many animals.
