Red Oak Creek (Trinity River tributary) facts for kids
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Red Oak Creek is also known as Bullock Creek. It's a stream in North Texas that flows for about 35 miles (56 kilometers). This creek is like a smaller river that eventually joins a much bigger one called the Trinity River.
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What is Red Oak Creek?
Red Oak Creek is a natural waterway in Texas. It's considered a "navigable waterway" by the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department. This means it's a public waterway, and the State of Texas owns the creek itself.
Can You Visit the Creek?
Yes! Because Red Oak Creek is a public waterway, people are allowed to access the creek bed. This is true for the entire length of the creek, no matter how much water is in it. It's a great place to explore nature.
Where Does Red Oak Creek Flow?
The creek starts in the southwestern part of Dallas County. You can find its beginning near U.S. Route 67 and the old Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway in a town called Cedar Hill.
The Creek's Journey
From Cedar Hill, Red Oak Creek flows through several other towns. These include Ovilla, Oak Leaf, and Red Oak. It winds its way across the land, collecting water as it goes.
Joining the Trinity River
Finally, Red Oak Creek reaches its end in northeast Ellis County. It flows into the Trinity River east of a small town called Bristol, Texas. This is where its journey finishes, and its waters become part of the larger Trinity River system.
