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Pratt Creek
Country United States
State New York
Physical characteristics
River mouth Mohawk River
Frankfort, New York
385 ft (117 m)
43°03′49″N 75°05′35″W / 43.06361°N 75.09306°W / 43.06361; -75.09306
Basin features
Basin size 2.55 sq mi (6.6 km2)

Pratt Creek is a small waterway in New York. It flows into the Mohawk River near the town of Frankfort. Creeks like Pratt Creek are important parts of the natural world.

About Pratt Creek

Pratt Creek is a small creek located in Herkimer County, New York. It is not a very long creek. It starts somewhere and then travels a short distance. Finally, it joins the larger Mohawk River. The Mohawk River is a big river in New York State. It eventually flows into the Hudson River.

What is a Creek?

A creek is a small stream or river. They are usually smaller than big rivers. Creeks often flow into larger rivers or lakes. They are important for local plants and animals. Many small fish and insects live in creeks. Animals like deer and birds also use creeks for water.

The Area Around Pratt Creek

The land around Pratt Creek is part of a larger area. This area is called a drainage basin. It is also known as a watershed. This basin is about 2.55 square miles. This means all the rain and snow that falls in this area eventually flows into Pratt Creek. This water then continues its journey to the Mohawk River. The mouth of the creek, where it meets the Mohawk River, is about 385 feet above sea level.

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