Mink Creek (Canadarago Lake tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mink Creek or Otskonoga |
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Location of the mouth of Mink Creek
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| Native name | Otskonoga |
| Other name(s) | Trout Brook |
| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| Region | Central New York; Leatherstocking Region |
| County | Otsego |
| Town | Richfield |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Adjacent to I-20 west-northwest of Richfield Springs Approximately 1,420 ft (430 m) 42°52′01″N 75°01′26″W / 42.86694°N 75.02389°W |
| River mouth | Canadarago Lake South of Richfield Springs 1,273 ft (388 m) 42°50′21″N 75°00′01″W / 42.83917°N 75.00028°W |
| Basin features | |
| River system | Susquehanna River |
| Basin size | 10.8 sq mi (28 km2) |
Mink Creek, also known as Otskonoga or Trout Brook, is a small stream located in central New York State. It flows through parts of Otsego County and Herkimer County. This creek is an important part of the local environment. It eventually flows into Canadarago Lake.
About Mink Creek
Mink Creek is a natural waterway in New York. It has a few different names. People often call it Mink Creek. It is also known as Trout Brook. The Iroquois people, who lived in this area long ago, called it Otskonoga.
Where Does it Flow?
The creek starts near US Route 20. This is just east of a community called Brighton. It is also west-northwest of Richfield Springs. From there, it flows towards the northeast.
The creek then enters a swamp that doesn't have a name. This swamp is located in Herkimer County. After leaving the swamp, Mink Creek changes direction. It flows south back into Otsego County.
Journey to the Lake
Mink Creek continues its journey south. It eventually meets and joins Canadarago Lake. This lake is located south of Richfield Springs. The creek is part of a larger river system. Its waters eventually flow into the Susquehanna River.
The area that drains into Mink Creek is about 10.8 square miles. This is called its drainage basin. It means all the rain and water in that area flows into the creek.
