Pine Tree Run facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Pine Tree Run |
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Map of Pine Tree Run
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Country | United States |
Physical characteristics | |
Main source | 40°26′48″N 74°37′50″W / 40.44667°N 74.63056°W |
River mouth | 39 ft (12 m) 40°25′45″N 74°38′41″W / 40.42917°N 74.64472°W |
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Progression | Pike Run, Beden Brook, Millstone River, Raritan River, Atlantic Ocean |
Pine Tree Run is a small stream, also called a tributary, located in Somerset County, New Jersey, in the United States. It flows into a larger stream called Pike Run. This stream is an important part of the local water system.
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The Journey of Pine Tree Run
Pine Tree Run begins its journey in a specific spot near Belle Mead-Griggstown Road. You can find its starting point using special coordinates: 40°26′48″N 74°37′50″W / 40.44667°N 74.63056°W. From there, the stream flows generally towards the southwest.
Where the Stream Flows
As Pine Tree Run travels, it crosses over Dead Tree Run Road. It continues its path until it eventually joins Pike Run. The place where Pine Tree Run meets Pike Run is located at these coordinates: 40°25′45″N 74°38′41″W / 40.42917°N 74.64472°W.
Part of a Bigger Water System
Pine Tree Run is a small but important part of a much larger water system. After joining Pike Run, its waters eventually flow into Beden Brook. From there, the water continues to the Millstone River, then to the Raritan River, and finally reaches the vast Atlantic Ocean.
Neighboring Streams
Pine Tree Run has other streams nearby that are also tributaries to Pike Run. These are like its "sister" streams, sharing the same main river.