Reddies River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Reddies River |
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Location of Reddies River mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Yadkin River |
| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Wilkes |
| City | North Wilkesboro |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | confluence of South and North Prongs of Reddies River about 1 mile east of Wilbur, North Carolina 1,160 ft (350 m) 36°14′25″N 081°17′18″W / 36.24028°N 81.28833°W |
| River mouth | Yadkin River North Wilkesboro, North Carolina 945 ft (288 m) 36°09′08″N 081°08′49″W / 36.15222°N 81.14694°W |
| Length | 15.60 mi (25.11 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | southeast |
| River system | Yadkin River |
| Basin size | 93.09 square miles (241.1 km2) |
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| Bridges | Old NC 16, Mountain Valley Church Road, Suncrest Sunny Conn Road, NC 18 |
The Reddies River is a smaller river that flows into the Yadkin River. It is located in northwestern North Carolina, in the United States. The Reddies River is part of a larger water system. This system eventually flows into the Pee Dee River. The Pee Dee River then travels all the way to the Atlantic Ocean. Long ago, people also called it "Reddis River."
Where Does the Reddies River Flow?
The Reddies River starts from smaller streams called "forks." These are the North, Middle, and South Forks. All of these streams and the main Reddies River flow entirely within Wilkes County.
After these smaller streams join, the Reddies River flows mostly southeast. It continues until it meets the Yadkin River. This meeting point is in the town of North Wilkesboro.
Fun Facts About the Reddies River
The Reddies River is a great spot for trout fishing. Many people enjoy catching trout here.
In North Wilkesboro, a dam was built on the Reddies River. This dam creates a small lake. This lake is very important because it provides most of the drinking water for the town.
There is also a special trail along the river. This trail is for people who like to bike, jog, or walk. It crosses the Reddies River right where it joins the Yadkin River. A long bridge, about 156 feet (47.5 meters) in length, helps people cross the river safely.
A Look Back: The Timber Industry
A long time ago, at the start of the 1900s, the area where the Reddies River begins was important for the timber industry. It was hard to move cut trees out of the narrow valleys in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
To solve this problem, a large wooden channel called a "flume" was built. This flume was used to float the timber down to North Wilkesboro. At one point, this flume was over 19 miles (30.6 kilometers) long! It even crossed the Reddies River more than twelve times.
However, the flume was badly damaged during a big flood in 1916. It was taken apart shortly after that flood.
