Old River (New Hampshire) facts for kids
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Hampshire |
| County | Rockingham |
| Town | Hampton |
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| Main source | Hampton 70 ft (21 m) 42°57′2″N 70°50′10″W / 42.95056°N 70.83611°W |
| River mouth | Taylor River Hampton 10 ft (3.0 m) 42°56′50″N 70°52′41″W / 42.94722°N 70.87806°W |
| Length | 3.1 mi (5.0 km) |
The Old River is a small stream in New Hampshire, United States. It is about 3.1-mile-long (5.0 km). The river flows into the Taylor River. The Taylor River then joins the Hampton River estuary, which connects to the Atlantic Ocean.
About the Old River
The Old River is a natural waterway. It is an important part of the local environment. A stream is a small river. A tributary is a smaller stream or river that flows into a larger one.
Where Does It Flow?
The Old River is entirely within the town of Hampton, New Hampshire. It starts in a wet, marshy area north of the town center.
River's Journey
The river flows west from its starting point. It goes past the Interstate 95 and NH 101 highway interchange. This is near the Hampton tollbooths. The river then turns southwest. It passes through a place called Car Barn Pond. Finally, it reaches the Taylor River. This meeting point is upstream from Coffins Mill.
