Rodges Run (Delaware River tributary) facts for kids
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 Rodges Run
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Bucks |
| Township | Durham |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | 395 feet (120 m) 40°33′57″N 75°12′46″W / 40.56583°N 75.21278°W |
| River mouth | 128 feet (39 m) 40°34′24″N 75°11′32″W / 40.57333°N 75.19222°W |
| Length | 1.32 miles (2.12 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Rodges Run → Delaware River |
| River system | Delaware River |
| Bridges | Cross Road, Mine Hill Road, Pennsylvania Route 611 (Easton Road) |
| Slope | 202.27 feet per mile (38.309 m/km) |
Rodges Run is a small stream, also called a tributary, located in Durham Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It flows into the famous Delaware River.
About Rodges Run
Rodges Run is a short stream, about 1.32 miles (2.12 km) long. It was officially added to the Geographic Names Information System by the U.S. Geological Survey in 1990.
The stream starts high up, at an elevation of about 395 feet (120 m). From there, it flows downhill until it joins the Delaware River. Where it meets the Delaware River, the elevation is much lower, around 128 feet (39 m). This means the stream drops about 267 feet (81 m) from its start to its end. This drop gives Rodges Run a fairly steep slope.
Where Rodges Run Flows
Rodges Run begins in the middle part of Durham Township, just east of a place called Lehnenberg. It generally flows towards the east and northeast. As it continues, it curves around a raised area of land, heading south and then east. Finally, it empties into the Pennsylvania Canal (Delaware Division).
What the Land is Made Of
The area where Rodges Run starts is made of a type of rock called Hornblende Gneiss. This rock formed a very, very long time ago, during the Precambrian era. It's a mix of hornblende and another mineral called labradorite. The tiny pieces, or grains, in this rock are about 1 to 2 millimeters wide.
As the stream flows further, it moves into an area with different rocks. This area is part of the Leithsville Formation. Here, the ground is made up of rocks like dolomite, calcareous shale (a type of soft rock), and chert (a hard, fine-grained rock).
Bridges Over the Run
Several roads cross over Rodges Run. Here are some of the main crossings:
| Crossing Name | Built Year | Type of Bridge |
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| Cross Road | - | - |
| Lehnenberg Road and Mine Hill Road | 2007 | Concrete Culvert |
| Pennsylvania Route 611 (Easton Road) | - | - |
