Morigeau River facts for kids
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The Morigeau river in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud
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| Native name | Rivière Morigeau |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Chaudière-Appalaches |
| MRC | Montmagny Regional County Municipality |
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| Main source | Agricultural streams Montmagny 290 metres (950 ft) 46°54′36″N 70°28′44″W / 46.909903°N 70.478809°W |
| River mouth | Rivière du Sud (Montmagny) Montmagny 13 metres (43 ft) 46°53′51″N 70°40′29″W / 46.8975°N 70.67472°W |
| Length | 23.5 kilometres (14.6 mi) |
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| Progression | Rivière du Sud (Montmagny), St. Lawrence River |
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The Morigeau River (in French: rivière Morigeau) is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the rivière du Sud (Montmagny). The rivière du Sud then flows into the mighty St. Lawrence River.
The Morigeau River passes through a few towns. These include Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud, Saint-Pierre-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud, and Montmagny. All these places are in the Montmagny Regional County Municipality. This area is part of the Chaudière-Appalaches region in Quebec.
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River's Journey
The Morigeau River starts in a forest and mountain area. Its source is near Route 283 in Montmagny. This starting point is about 290 meters (950 feet) above sea level. It is also close to the town of Notre-Dame-du-Rosaire.
The river flows for about 23.5 kilometers (14.6 miles). It generally flows northeast. It runs somewhat parallel to the rivière du Sud (Montmagny). It also flows near the rivière des Poitras.
Where the River Flows
The Morigeau River's journey can be broken down:
- It flows about 6.4 km (4 miles) west in Montmagny.
- Then, it goes 2.1 km (1.3 miles) west, crossing Chemin des Merisiers-Est.
- Next, it travels 5.0 km (3.1 miles) southeast.
- After that, it flows 7.0 km (4.3 miles) southwest. It passes a small lake and picks up water from the rivière des Poitras.
- Finally, it flows 3.0 km (1.9 miles) north, winding its way to its end.
Where the River Ends
The Morigeau River joins the rivière du Sud (Montmagny). This meeting point is on the south-eastern side of the rivière du Sud. It is located near the village of Berthier-sur-Mer.
Neighboring Waterways
Rivers and streams often share water areas called watersheds. The Morigeau River has several important neighbors:
- North: The Bras Saint-Nicolas, the rivière du Sud (Montmagny), and the big St. Lawrence River.
- East: The rivière des Perdrix, Guimont brook, and the Bras Saint-Nicolas.
- South: The rivière des Poitras.
- West: The rivière du Sud (Montmagny).
River's Name
The name "Morigeau river" was officially recognized on December 5, 1968. This was done by the Commission de toponymie du Québec. This commission is in charge of naming places in Quebec.
