Rouge River (rivière au Saumon) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Rouge River |
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Estrie |
| MRC | Le Granit Regional County Municipality and Le Haut-Saint-François Regional County Municipality |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Confluence of two mountain streams Milan 509 m (1,670 ft) 45°36′56″N 71°09′32″W / 45.61556°N 71.15889°W |
| River mouth | Saint-François River Lingwick 250 metres (820 ft) 45°38′27″N 71°22′36″W / 45.64083°N 71.37667°W |
| Length | 26.3 km (16.3 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Rivière au Saumon, Saint-François River, Saint Lawrence River |
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The Rivière Rouge is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the rivière au Saumon. This river runs through two towns: Milan and Lingwick. Both towns are in the Estrie region of Quebec.
The main jobs in this river valley are related to forests. Farming is the second most common activity. The river usually freezes from mid-December to mid-March. However, it's safest to walk on the ice from late December to early March.
Where the Rouge River Starts and Flows
The Rouge River begins where two mountain streams meet. This spot is high up, at 509 meters (about 1,670 feet) above sea level. It's located in the town of Milan. This starting point is about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) northwest of Milan's village center.
From its source, the Rouge River flows for about 26.3 kilometers (16.3 miles). As it flows, it drops 259 meters (about 850 feet) in height.
The River's Journey
- For the first 3 kilometers (1.9 miles), the river flows southwest. It goes down the mountain and meets another stream.
- Next, it travels about 9.1 kilometers (5.7 miles) mostly west. It goes through forests and some farms. The river also makes a curve to the south and crosses two sets of rapids. It then reaches Route 108.
- After that, it flows about 7.7 kilometers (4.8 miles) to the northwest. Here, it enters a large marshy area. The river becomes very winding and picks up water from other streams.
- Finally, the river flows about 6.5 kilometers (4 miles) to its end. It first goes west through the marsh. Then, it turns south into a steep valley. It crosses two more sets of rapids before joining the rivière au Saumon.
The Rouge River joins the rivière au Saumon on its northeast side. This meeting point is about 3.9 kilometers (2.4 miles) northwest of Lingwick village.
What's in a Name?
A long time ago, this river was called the "Albion River." But now, it is officially known as the "Rivière Rouge." The name "Rivière Rouge" was made official on December 18, 1979, by the Commission de toponymie du Québec.
