Mishnock River facts for kids

The Mishnock River is a small but important river located in the state of Rhode Island in the United States. It flows for about 3.1 miles (5 kilometers). Along its path, you can find two dams. Rivers like the Mishnock are vital for the environment and local communities.

Where the Mishnock River Flows

The Mishnock River begins its journey at Mishnock Lake. This lake is located in a town called West Greenwich. From the lake, the river travels mostly north.

It then flows into another town, Coventry. Here, the river makes its way through a wetland area known as Mishnock Swamp. Finally, the Mishnock River joins a larger river called the South Branch Pawtuxet River. This meeting point is near the village of Washington.

Roads That Cross the River

Many roads and bridges help people travel over rivers. Here is a list of the main crossings over the Mishnock River. The list starts from where the river begins and moves downstream.

• In West Greenwich:
  • Mishnock Road
• In Coventry:
  • Tiogue Avenue (which is also known as Rhode Island Route 3)

River Branches and Streams

A tributary is a smaller stream or river that flows into a larger one. The Mishnock River has one named tributary called Old Hickory Brook. Besides this, many other smaller, unnamed streams also feed water into the Mishnock River. These smaller streams are important because they help keep the river flowing.