Pahunan River facts for kids
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Watershed of Nottaway River
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality) |
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| Main source | Unidentified lake Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 259 m (850 ft) 49°59′14″N 77°58′08″W / 49.98722°N 77.96889°W |
| River mouth | Kitchigama River Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 239 m (784 ft) 50°53′03″N 78°22′03″W / 50.88417°N 78.36750°W |
| Length | 48.5 km (30.1 mi) |
The Pahunan River is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Kitchigama River. The river is located in the Nord-du-Québec region. It passes through areas known as Grasset, Forest, and Paramé.
During the winter, from November to May, the river's surface freezes over. There are also winter roads in this area that go north.
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River's Location and Neighbors
The Pahunan River is surrounded by other rivers and lakes. Knowing its neighbors helps us understand where it fits in the larger water system.
Nearby Rivers and Lakes
- North: The Kitchigama River and Kashapuminatikuch Creek.
- East: The Deux Lacs River and Soscumica Lake.
- South: The Gouault River and Allard River.
- West: The Kitchigama River, Joncas River, and Rouget River.
Where the River Starts
The Pahunan River begins in a small, unnamed lake. This lake is about 259 metres (850 ft) (about 850 feet) above sea level.
Source Location Details
The starting point of the river is:
- 22.7 kilometres (14.1 mi) (about 14 miles) south of where the Pahunan River ends.
- 131.6 kilometres (81.8 mi) (about 82 miles) southeast of the Kitchigama River's mouth.
- 160.7 kilometres (99.9 mi) (about 100 miles) southeast of the Nottaway River's mouth.
- 34.0 kilometres (21.1 mi) (about 21 miles) northwest of the town of Matagami.
How the River Flows
The Pahunan River flows for about 48.5 kilometres (30.1 mi) (about 30 miles). It starts in the Grasset area and winds its way through different townships.
River's Journey
- It flows north for about 4.4 kilometres (2.7 mi) (2.7 miles).
- Then, it turns northwest for about 2.1 kilometres (1.3 mi) (1.3 miles).
- It continues north for about 16.5 kilometres (10.3 mi) (10.3 miles), making a big curve and passing through marshy areas.
- Next, it flows northeast for about 10.8 kilometres (6.7 mi) (6.7 miles), winding until it reaches a lake outlet.
- It then goes north and west for about 9.6 kilometres (6.0 mi) (6 miles).
- Finally, it flows north for about 5.1 kilometres (3.2 mi) (3.2 miles), snaking its way to its mouth.
Where the River Ends
The Pahunan River joins the Kitchigama River on its south bank.
Mouth Location Details
This meeting point is located:
- 111.4 kilometres (69.2 mi) (about 69 miles) southeast of where the Kitchigama River ends.
- 126 kilometres (78 mi) (about 78 miles) southeast of the Nottaway River's mouth, which flows into Rupert Bay.
- 53.5 kilometres (33.2 mi) (about 33 miles) northwest of downtown Matagami.
- 24 kilometres (15 mi) (about 15 miles) southwest of Soscumica Lake.
River's Name
The name "Pahunan River" was officially recognized on December 5, 1968. This happened when the Commission de toponymie du Québec (Quebec's Place Names Commission) was first created.
