Rivière du Loup (Chaudière River tributary) facts for kids
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Rivière du Loup
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| Native name | Old name: rivière Linière |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Estrie, Chaudière-Appalaches |
| MRC | Le Granit Regional County Municipality, Beauce-Sartigan Regional County Municipality |
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| Main source | Lake Émilie Saint-Robert-Bellarmin, (MRC) Le Granit Regional County Municipality, Québec 618 metres (2,028 ft) 45°43′29″N 70°25′52″W / 45.72474°N 70.431118°W |
| River mouth | Chaudière River Sartigan 171 metres (561 ft) 46°05′22″N 70°39′04″W / 46.08944°N 70.65111°W |
| Length | 76.5 kilometres (47.5 mi) |
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| Progression | Chaudière River, St. Lawrence River |
| River system | St. Lawrence River |
| Basin size | 900 kilometres (559.23 mi) |
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The Rivière du Loup (which means 'Wolf River' in English) is a river in Quebec, Canada. It is a branch of the Chaudière River, which flows north to join the famous St. Lawrence River.
This river is found in the Chaudière-Appalaches region of Quebec. It flows into the Chaudière River at a place called Sartigan, which is close to Saint-Georges. The Rivière du Loup is the most important river that feeds into the Chaudière River in the Beauce area.
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What's in a Name? The Story of Rivière du Loup
The name Rivière du Loup means "Wolf River." This name was officially recognized on February 28, 1980. This was done by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is a group that names places in Quebec.
Where Does the Rivière du Loup Start and End?
The Rivière du Loup begins its journey at Lake Émilie. This lake is located in Saint-Robert-Bellarmin, within the Le Granit Regional County Municipality. The river starts at a high point, about 618 meters (2,028 feet) above sea level.
After flowing for about 76.5 kilometers (47.5 miles), the river reaches its end. It empties into the Chaudière River in Sartigan. At this point, the river is much lower, about 171 meters (561 feet) above sea level.
River's Path: Which Way Does It Flow?
The Rivière du Loup flows into the Chaudière River from its east side. The Chaudière River then continues its path northward. Finally, the Chaudière River joins the larger St. Lawrence River, which is one of the biggest rivers in North America.
Other Rivers Joining the Rivière du Loup
Many smaller streams and rivers flow into the Rivière du Loup, adding to its water. These are called tributaries.
- Rivers joining from the left (upstream):
- Ruisseau Paquet
- Ruisseau Lestin
- Ruisseau Rochette
- Ruisseau Laplante
- Ruisseau Boutin
- Ruisseau Gilbert
- Ruisseau Poulin
- Rivers joining from the right (upstream):
- Ruisseau Donocan
- Ruisseau Grenier
- Ruisseau Patrick
- Vachon River
- Metgermette River
- Ruisseau Moore
- Wilson River
- Rivière du Portage
- Ruisseau Croche
- Ruisseau Oliva
- Taschereau River
- Rivière du Monument
- Ruisseau Caouette
- Rivière Noire
