Moccasin Creek (Uwharrie River tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Moccasin Creek |
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Location of Moccasin Creek mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Uwharrie River |
| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Montgomery |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Dutch John Creek divide about 1.5 miles west of Daniel Mountain 548 ft (167 m) 35°25′09″N 080°02′57″W / 35.41917°N 80.04917°W |
| River mouth | Uwharrie River about 1 mile northeast of Daniel Mountain 318 ft (97 m) 35°25′12″N 080°01′24″W / 35.42000°N 80.02333°W |
| Length | 3.77 mi (6.07 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | northeast then curving south |
| River system | Pee Dee River |
| Basin size | 9.11 square miles (23.6 km2) |
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| Bridges | Dutch John Road, Moccasin Creek Road, McLeans Creek Road, Moccasin Creek Road |
Moccasin Creek is a small stream in Montgomery County, North Carolina. It flows for about 3.77 mi (6.07 km). This creek is a tributary to the Uwharrie River. A tributary is a smaller stream or river that flows into a larger one. Moccasin Creek is part of the larger Pee Dee River system.
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Where Moccasin Creek Flows
Moccasin Creek starts in Montgomery County, North Carolina. Its source is near a place called Daniel Mountain. The creek begins where the land divides water between different streams.
The Creek's Journey
From its start, Moccasin Creek first flows towards the northeast. Then, it makes a curve and turns south. It continues its journey until it meets the Uwharrie River. This meeting point is also close to Daniel Mountain.
Understanding the Watershed
Every stream and river has a watershed. A watershed is all the land area that drains water into a specific stream or river. Think of it like a giant funnel. All the rain and snow that falls within this area will eventually flow into Moccasin Creek.
Moccasin Creek's Watershed Area
The land area that drains into Moccasin Creek is about 9.11 square miles (23.6 km2). Most of this area, about 88%, is covered by forests. This means the land around the creek is very green and natural. The trees and plants help keep the water clean.
