Rutledge Creek (Ararat River tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Rutledge Creek |
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Location of Rutledge Creek mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Ararat River |
| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Surry |
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| Main source | Silverleaf Creek divide about 0.5 miles southwest of Slate Mountain Church 1,600 ft (490 m) 36°31′57″N 080°30′55″W / 36.53250°N 80.51528°W |
| River mouth | Ararat River about 3 miles southeast of Mount Airy, North Carolina 957 ft (292 m) 36°27′12″N 080°34′54″W / 36.45333°N 80.58167°W |
| Length | 9.17 mi (14.76 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | southwest |
| River system | Yadkin River |
| Basin size | 8.35 square miles (21.6 km2) |
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| Bridges | Blue Hollow Road, Palm Tree Lane, Blues Creek Trail, Rutledge Trail, NC 89, Reeves Mill Road, US 52 |
Rutledge Creek is a stream in Surry County, North Carolina. It flows for about 9.17 mi (14.76 km), which is a little over 9 miles. This creek is a branch, or "tributary," that flows into the Ararat River.
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Where Does Rutledge Creek Start?
Rutledge Creek begins in an area called the Silverleaf Creek divide. A "divide" is like a high ridge of land. It separates the water that flows into one river system from water that flows into another.
The Creek's Journey
The creek starts about half a mile southwest of Slate Mountain Church. From there, it flows towards the southwest. Its journey ends when it joins the Ararat River. This meeting point is about 3 miles southeast of the town of Mount Airy, North Carolina.
What is the Rutledge Creek Watershed?
The Rutledge Creek watershed is the entire area of land that drains water into the creek. This area covers about 8.35 square miles (21.6 km2), which is roughly 8 and a half square miles.
Rain and Forests in the Watershed
Each year, the watershed gets a good amount of rain, about 48.2 inches. A large part of this area, about 63%, is covered by forests. These forests help keep the water clean and provide homes for many animals.
Bridges Over Rutledge Creek
Many roads and trails cross over Rutledge Creek. These include Blue Hollow Road, Palm Tree Lane, and Blues Creek Trail. Other crossings are Rutledge Trail, NC 89, Reeves Mill Road, and US 52.
