Oromocto River facts for kids
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Autumn sunrise on the Oromocto River near Oromocto
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | New Brunswick |
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| River mouth | Saint John River New Brunswick 45°51′18″N 66°28′41″W / 45.8551°N 66.4781°W |
The Oromocto River is an important river in New Brunswick, Canada. It is a tributary, which means it flows into a larger river. The Oromocto River joins the big Saint John River in the southwestern part of New Brunswick.
About the Oromocto River
The Oromocto River is formed when two smaller rivers, called the North Branch and the South Branch, come together. This meeting point is near a place called Fredericton Junction. From there, the Oromocto River flows about 42 kilometers (26 miles) towards the north-northeast. It eventually reaches its end, or "mouth," where it flows into the Saint John River in the town of Oromocto.
How the River Forms
The Oromocto River gets its water from two main sources: the North Oromocto River and the South Oromocto River. These two branches combine to create the main river.
The North Branch
The North Oromocto River is about 45 kilometers (28 miles) long. It starts from Oromocto Lake, which is close to Harvey Station. As it flows, it moves towards the east-northeast. This branch passes through small villages like Tracy. It also follows along parts of Route 645 and Route 101 before it reaches Fredericton Junction.
The South Branch
The South Oromocto River is a bit shorter, measuring about 39 kilometers (24 miles) long. This branch begins at South Oromocto Lake. It flows mostly through quiet forest areas. Its path takes it north-northeast until it meets the North Branch. This is where the main Oromocto River officially begins.
