Rivière à la Carpe (Petite rivière Eusèbe) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Rivière à la Carpe |
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean |
| MRC | Le Domaine-du-Roy |
| TNO or Municipality | Lac-Ashuapmushuan and Saint-Félicien |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Lake Eusèbe Lac-Ashuapmushuan 267 m (876 ft) 48°37′07″N 72°37′20″W / 48.61861°N 72.62222°W |
| River mouth | Ashuapmushuan River Saint-Félicien 120 m (390 ft) 48°40′12″N 72°28′39″W / 48.67000°N 72.47750°W |
| Length | 16.0 km (9.9 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Petite rivière Eusèbe, Ashuapmushuan River, Lac Saint-Jean, Saguenay River |
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The Carpe River is a small river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Petite rivière Eusèbe. The river runs through the areas of Lac-Ashuapmushuan and Saint-Félicien. These places are part of the Le Domaine-du-Roy Regional County Municipality in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region.
You can mostly reach this river valley by using Boulevard du Jardin, which is also known as Route 167. Farming is the main way people make a living in this area.
The Carpe River usually freezes over from early December until the end of March. However, areas with fast-moving water (rapids) might not freeze completely. It is generally safe to walk or travel on the ice from mid-December to mid-March.
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What is the Carpe River?
The Carpe River starts from Lake Eusèbe. This lake is about 0.7 km (0.43 mi) long and sits at an altitude of 267 m (876 ft). It is located in a forest area in the western part of Saint-Félicien.
Where Does the Carpe River Start?
The source of the Carpe River is in the unorganized territory of Lac-Ashuapmushuan.
- It is about 1.2 km (0.75 mi) northeast of a bend in the Rivière aux Saumons.
- It is also about 20.9 km (13.0 mi) southwest of the shore of Lac Saint-Jean.
- The source is 12.1 km (7.5 mi) southwest of where the Carpe River ends.
How Long is the Carpe River's Journey?
From its start, the Carpe River flows for 16.0 km (9.9 mi). During its journey, the river drops about 147 m (482 ft) in elevation.
- For the first 8.0 km (5.0 mi), it flows northeast. It passes by the outlet of Lac du Repos, which flows in from the south.
- For the next 8.0 km (5.0 mi), it flows east through farmlands. Along the way, it crosses Chemin du Lac-du-Repos, Chemin du Rang Simple, and Chemin du Rang Double. It also collects water from a stream coming from the west.
Where Does the Carpe River End?
The Carpe River flows into the south bank of the Petite rivière Eusèbe. This meeting point is on the west side of Saint-Félicien.
- It is about 0.85 km (0.53 mi) southwest of the Ashuapmushuan River.
- It is 12.5 km (7.8 mi) west of where the Ashuapmushuan River flows into another body of water.
- This location is also about 63 km (39 mi) west of downtown Alma.
What Happens After the Carpe River?
After the Carpe River joins the Petite rivière Eusèbe, the water continues its journey:
- The current flows down the Petite rivière Eusèbe for 3.2 km (2.0 mi).
- Then, it flows down the Ashuapmushuan River towards the southeast for 11.4 km (7.1 mi).
- After that, the water crosses Lac Saint-Jean to the east for its full length, which is 41.1 km (25.5 mi).
- Finally, it follows the Saguenay River via the Petite Décharge for 172.3 km (107.1 mi) eastward to Tadoussac. There, it joins the Estuary of Saint Lawrence, which leads to the Atlantic Ocean.
What Does "Carpe River" Mean?
The name "rivière à la Carpe" was officially recognized on December 5, 1968. This was done by the Place Names Bank of the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is a group that names places in Quebec.
