Nelson Branch facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Nelson Branch |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Dent County |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | 1240 feet 37°41′16″N 91°30′57″W / 37.68778°N 91.51583°W |
| River mouth | 1010 feet 37°42′39″N 91°28′22″W / 37.71083°N 91.47278°W |
Nelson Branch is a small stream located in Dent County, which is in the state of Missouri in the United States. It's like a smaller river that flows into a bigger one.
About Nelson Branch
Nelson Branch is a tributary to the Meramec River. A tributary is a stream or river that flows into a larger stream or river. Nelson Branch joins the Meramec River about six miles (about 9.6 kilometers) northeast of a town called Salem.
Where it Starts
The stream begins, or its headwaters are, right next to Missouri Route 19. This spot is about three miles (about 4.8 kilometers) north of Salem. It's also about one mile (about 1.6 kilometers) south of a small community named Howes.
How it Got its Name
Nelson Branch was named after a local family who lived in the area. The Nelson family gave their name to this stream.
