Noire River (Bulstrode River tributary) facts for kids
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| Native name | Rivière Bulstrode |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Centre-du-Québec |
| MRC | Arthabaska Regional County Municipality |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Various agricultural streams Princeville 142 m (466 ft) 46°08′35″N 71°56′24″W / 46.143116°N 71.939957°W |
| River mouth | Bulstrode River Saint-Valère 87 m (285 ft) 46°04′17″N 72°08′00″W / 46.07139°N 72.13333°W |
| Length | 15.9 km (9.9 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| River system | Bulstrode River, Nicolet River, St. Lawrence River |
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The Noire River (which means Black River in French) is a smaller river that flows into the Bulstrode River. From there, its waters join the Nicolet River and eventually reach the mighty St. Lawrence River. This river runs through several towns in Quebec, Canada, including Princeville, Saint-Rosaire, and Saint-Valère. It's part of the Arthabaska Regional County Municipality in the Centre-du-Québec area.
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Where the Noire River Flows
The Noire River starts from many small streams in farm areas. These streams are found north of Victoriaville and near the villages of Saint-Rosaire and Princeville.
The River's Journey
The Noire River flows for about 15.9 kilometers (nearly 10 miles). It generally moves towards the west.
- It starts in Princeville.
- It then flows into the area of Saint-Rosaire.
- The river crosses Route 162.
- It continues west, meeting the Pimbina River.
- Finally, it passes north of Saint-Valère before joining the Bulstrode River.
Joining the Bulstrode River
The Noire River empties into the north side of the Bulstrode River. This meeting point is about 4.8 kilometers (3 miles) downstream from the bridge in Saint-Valère. It's also upstream from Route 955 near Saint-Samuel.
Why is it Called "Black River"?
The name "rivière Noire" (Black River) was officially recognized on December 5, 1968. It's believed that the river got its name because of the dark color of the water. This dark color likely comes from nearby peatlands, which are wetlands with lots of decaying plant matter. This material can stain the water a dark, tea-like color.
