Piscataquog River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Piscataquog River |
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Everett Lake and Dam on the Piscataquog River in Weare, NH
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Hampshire |
| County | Hillsborough |
| Towns and city | Deering, Weare, New Boston, Goffstown, Manchester |
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| Main source | Deering Reservoir Deering 913 ft (278 m) 43°3′9″N 71°50′23″W / 43.05250°N 71.83972°W |
| River mouth | Merrimack River Manchester 118 ft (36 m) 42°58′35″N 71°28′16″W / 42.97639°N 71.47111°W |
| Length | 34.7 mi (55.8 km) |
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The Piscataquog River is a river in southern New Hampshire, United States. It stretches about 34.7-mile-long (55.8 km). This river is a tributary of the Merrimack River, which eventually flows into the Gulf of Maine.
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Journey of the Piscataquog River
The Piscataquog River starts its journey at the Deering Reservoir. This is a lake located in the town of Deering, New Hampshire. From there, the river takes a winding path. It flows north, then east, then south, and then east again.
Where Does the River Flow?
The river travels through Hillsborough County. It finally reaches the Merrimack River in the city of Manchester. Along its way, the Piscataquog River passes through the town of Weare.
Reservoirs Along the Way
In Weare, the river forms two important reservoirs. These are the Weare Reservoir (also known as "Lake Horace") and Everett Lake. Everett Lake is part of a larger system. This system helps control floods and is called the Hopkinton-Everett flood control reservoir. A special canal connects Everett Lake to Hopkinton Reservoir. This canal helps manage water from the Contoocook River too.
The River's Path to Manchester
After Everett Dam, the Piscataquog River continues south. It flows along the eastern side of Weare. Soon, it enters Goffstown. Here, it meets its largest branch, the South Branch.
Dams and Power Along the River
From Goffstown all the way to where it joins the Merrimack River, there are two small reservoirs. You'll also find several dams. These dams were built for different reasons. Some create hydroelectric power, which is electricity made from moving water. Others were built for older industries. In west Manchester, the Piscataquog River flows under the Nazaire Biron Bridge. It then reaches the Merrimack River, just before the Queen City Bridge.
