Moses Kill facts for kids
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Moses Kill passing underneath Route 197 1870 Stone Bridge in Argyle, New York
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| Other name(s) | Moss Kill, Moses Kil |
| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| Region | Hudson Valley |
| County | Washington |
| Towns | Argyle, New York, |
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| Main source | Hartford, New York 720 ft (220 m) 43°11′21″N 73°56′38″W / 43.18917°N 73.94389°W |
| River mouth | Hudson River at Fort Edward, New York Fort Edward, New York 118 ft (36 m) 42°04′57″N 73°34′55″W / 42.08250°N 73.58194°W |
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| River system | Hudson River |
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The Moses Kill is a stream about 22.0-mile-long (35.4 km) in New York state. It flows into the Hudson River. This stream is an important part of the local environment.
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About the Moses Kill
The word "kill" is an old Dutch word. It means a stream or a creek. So, the Moses Kill is actually the Moses Creek. It's a small river that plays a big role in the area.
Where Does the River Start and End?
The Moses Kill begins in the Taconic Mountains. Its source is in Hartford, which is in Washington County. The water starts high up in the foothills.
From there, the stream flows through different places. It passes through the town and village of Argyle. Finally, it reaches the Hudson River in Fort Edward. This is just south of a place called Griffin Island.
A Bit of History
People have used the Moses Kill for a long time. Starting in the late 1760s, its water was very useful. People built small dams in a few spots along the stream.
These dams helped power several small mills. Mills are places where people grind grain or saw wood. The water from the Moses Kill made these mills work near Argyle Village. This helped the local community grow.
What Feeds the Moses Kill?
Like many rivers, the Moses Kill has smaller streams that flow into it. These are called tributaries. On its left side, a stream called Dead Creek joins the Moses Kill. On its right side, Gillis Brook adds its water to the stream. These smaller waterways help keep the Moses Kill flowing.
