Mill Creek (Mohawk River tributary) facts for kids
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Wendling Bridge over Mill Creek
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 Location of the mouth of Mill Creek in Oregon
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Lane |
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| Main source | Cascade Range foothills northeast of Springfield 2,890 ft (880 m) 44°11′26″N 122°38′09″W / 44.19056°N 122.63583°W |
| River mouth | Mohawk River near Marcola 558 ft (170 m) 44°11′24″N 122°50′20″W / 44.19000°N 122.83889°W |
Mill Creek is a small river in Lane County, Oregon, in the United States. It starts in the hills of the Cascade Range. This is northeast of a city called Springfield. The creek flows west through a town named Wendling. It then joins the Mohawk River near Marcola.
The spot where Mill Creek meets the Mohawk River is about 13 miles (21 kilometers) from where the Mohawk River flows into the McKenzie River.
What Are Mill Creek's Tributaries?
Mill Creek has several smaller streams that flow into it. These are called tributaries. They are named in order from the source (where Mill Creek begins) to its mouth (where it ends).
- Straight Creek
- Nebo Creek
- Deer Creek
- Oshkosh Creek
- Wolf Creek
Discover the Historic Wendling Bridge
A special covered bridge crosses Mill Creek in Wendling. It is called the Wendling Bridge. This bridge is 60 feet (18 meters) long. It carries Wendling Road over the creek.
The Wendling Bridge was built in 1938. It is an important historical landmark. In 1979, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is recognized as a place important to the history of the country.
