Rivière au Saumon (Baie James) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Rivière Saumon |
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Nord-du-Québec |
| Municipality | Baie-James |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Little unidentified lake Baie-James 29.6 m (97 ft) 54°41′38″N 79°20′17″W / 54.69389°N 79.33806°W |
| River mouth | James Bay Baie-James 0 m (0 ft) 54°41′38″N 79°20′17″W / 54.69389°N 79.33806°W |
| Length | 25.8 km (16.0 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | James Bay, Hudson Bay |
| Tributaries |
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The Rivière au Saumon (which means Salmon River in English) is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the northeast part of James Bay. This river is located in the Baie-James area, which is part of the Nord-du-Québec region.
This northern part of Quebec does not have regular roads for cars. However, during winter, people often use snowmobiles to travel around the area.
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Where Does the Salmon River Start?
The Salmon River begins in a small, unnamed lake. This lake is about 1.0 kilometer (0.6 miles) long and sits at an altitude of 29.5 meters (97 feet). This starting point is in the northwest part of the Baie-James territory.
Location of the Source
The source of the river is found:
- About 28.7 kilometers (17.8 miles) northeast of Pointe Louis-XIV. This point marks the boundary between Hudson Bay and James Bay.
- About 20.7 kilometers (12.9 miles) north of where the Seal River flows into the bay.
- About 150 kilometers (93 miles) northwest of the town center of Radisson. Radisson is located on the west side of the Robert-Bourassa Reservoir.
How Does the Salmon River Flow?
From its source, the Salmon River travels about 25.8 kilometers (16.0 miles). As it flows, it drops about 29.6 meters (97 feet) in elevation. The river generally moves southwest, staying about 8.0 kilometers (5.0 miles) away from the eastern shore of Hudson Bay.
River's Journey
The river's path includes these sections:
- For the first 6.5 kilometers (4.0 miles), it flows southwest. It crosses a small lake and then goes through Lake Nanuup, which is 3.9 kilometers (2.4 miles) long.
- The next 11.4 kilometers (7.1 miles) involve flowing southwest, making a loop, and then crossing another unnamed lake that is 2.4 kilometers (1.5 miles) long. After that, it flows through Lake Mayuagag, which is 6.9 kilometers (4.3 miles) long. It first goes northeast around a piece of land called a peninsula, then turns southwest.
- The final 7.9 kilometers (4.9 miles) are a straight flow southwest until it reaches its end.
Where Does the Salmon River End?
The Rivière au Saumon flows into a bay on the northeast shore of James Bay. This is where the river meets the larger body of water.
Confluence Location
The mouth of the river is located:
- About 7.1 kilometers (4.4 miles) east of a small local airport.
- About 11.1 kilometers (6.9 miles) northwest of where the Seal River meets the bay.
- About 11.4 kilometers (7.1 miles) northeast of Pointe Louis-XIV.
What's in a Name?
The name "Rivière au Saumon" means "Salmon River." This name was officially given to the river on December 5, 1968. The Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is in charge of place names in Quebec, recorded it in their Place Names Bank.
