Noire River (Beaurivage River tributary) facts for kids
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| Native name | Rivière River |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Administrative region | Chaudière-Appalaches |
| RCM | Lotbinière Regional County Municipality, Lévis (City) |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Agricultural streams Saint-Flavien 140 metres (460 ft) 46°29′42″N 71°34′49″W / 46.494986°N 71.580181°W |
| River mouth | Beaurivage River Lévis (sector Saint-Étienne-de-Lauzon) 103 metres (338 ft) 46°35′54″N 71°21′52″W / 46.598332°N 71.364434°W |
| Length | 22.4 kilometres (13.9 mi) |
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| Progression | Beaurivage River, Chaudière River, St. Lawrence |
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The Noire River (which means Black River in English) is a small river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Beaurivage River, which then joins the Chaudière River. The Chaudière River eventually flows into the mighty St. Lawrence River.
This river is located in the Chaudière-Appalaches region of Quebec. It passes through several towns and areas. These include Saint-Flavien, Saint-Agapit, and Saint-Gilles. It also flows through the Saint-Étienne-de-Lauzon part of the city of Lévis.
Where the Noire River Flows
The Noire River is part of a larger system of rivers. Understanding its watershed helps us see how it connects to other waterways. A watershed is an area of land where all the water drains into a single river or lake.
Nearby Rivers and Streams
The Noire River has many neighbors in its watershed. Here are some of the main ones:
- To the north: The Rouge River, Aulneuse River, Beaurivage River, and rivière des Moulanges.
- To the east: The Beaurivage River and Chaudière River.
- To the south: The Rivière du Loup, rivière aux Pins, Henri River, and rivière aux Cèdres.
- To the west: Bourret stream, Bois Franc-Pierriche stream, rivière aux Ormes, rivière aux Cèdres, and Henri River.
The River's Journey
The Noire River begins its journey in the town of Saint-Flavien. Its starting point is about 4.6 kilometers (2.9 miles) northwest of Dosquet village. It's also about 2.0 kilometers (1.2 miles) southeast of the village of Saint-Flavien.
From its source, the Noire River flows for about 22.4 kilometers (13.9 miles). During its journey, it drops about 37 meters (121 feet) in elevation.
Here's how its path unfolds:
- For the first 0.9 kilometers (0.6 miles), it flows eastward. It then reaches Route 271.
- Next, it travels 2.1 kilometers (1.3 miles) northeast. This brings it to the Rang des Pointes road.
- It continues northeast for 5.2 kilometers (3.2 miles). This stretch leads it to the border of Saint-Agapit.
- The river then flows 6.3 kilometers (3.9 miles) northeast. It crosses a road about 0.6 kilometers (0.4 miles) northwest of Saint-Agapit village.
- It keeps heading northeast for 5.7 kilometers (3.5 miles). This part of its journey takes it to the border of Saint-Gilles.
- In Saint-Gilles, it flows northeast for 1.9 kilometers (1.2 miles). It crosses Route 116 before reaching the border of Saint-Étienne-de-Lauzon.
- Finally, it flows 0.3 kilometers (0.2 miles) northwest to where it meets the Beaurivage River.
The Noire River ends its journey by joining the Beaurivage River. This happens in a small area called "Pointe-Saint-Gilles." This spot is located within the Saint-Étienne-de-Lauzon sector of the city of Lévis.
Naming the River
The name "Rivière Noire" means "Black River" in French. This name was officially recognized on January 22, 1974. It was added to the list of place names by the Commission de toponymie du Québec. This commission is responsible for managing place names in Quebec.
