Pithole Creek facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Pithole Creek |
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Pithole Creek at the Pithole Stone Arch Bridge
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 Location of the mouth of Pithole Creek in Pennsylvania
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Allegheny River |
| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Counties | Forest, Venango |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Stewart Run, Forest County, Pennsylvania 1,720 ft (520 m) 41°37′20″N 79°29′38″W / 41.62222°N 79.49389°W |
| River mouth | Allegheny River Oleopolis, Venango County, Pennsylvania 1,010 ft (310 m) 41°27′23″N 79°36′35″W / 41.45639°N 79.60972°W |
| Length | 17.1 mi (27.5 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Basin size | 41.8 sq mi (108 km2) |
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Pithole Creek is a small stream, also called a tributary, located in Northwestern Pennsylvania. It flows for about 17.1-mile (27.5 km) before joining a much larger river.
About Pithole Creek
Pithole Creek is an important part of the natural water system in Pennsylvania. It helps carry water from a wide area into the Allegheny River.
Where it Flows
This creek starts in Forest County, Pennsylvania. It then flows through Venango County. The creek ends its journey by flowing into the Allegheny River. This happens near a place called Oleopolis.
How Big is it?
Pithole Creek is about 17.1-mile (27.5 km) long. This is like walking a long distance! The area of land that drains water into Pithole Creek is called its drainage basin. This basin covers about 41.8 square miles (108 km2). That's a pretty big area for a creek!
Its Journey
The creek begins high up, at an elevation of about 1,720 ft (520 m). As it flows, it drops down to an elevation of about 1,010 ft (310 m) where it meets the Allegheny River. Along its way, smaller streams, called tributaries, join Pithole Creek. These include streams like Simmons Run, Woodcock Run, and Schoolhouse Run.
