Sauvage River (Gentilly River tributary) facts for kids
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| Native name | Rivière Sauvage |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Centre-du-Québec |
| MRC | Arthabaska Regional County Municipality, Bécancour Regional County Municipality |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Forested streams Lemieux 101 metres (331 ft) 46°16′11″N 72°04′26″W / 46.269857°N 72.074009°W |
| River mouth | Gentilly River (Quebec) Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford 81 metres (266 ft) 46°17′11″N 72°09′43″W / 46.28639°N 72.16194°W |
| Length | 11.4 kilometres (7.1 mi) |
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| River system | Gentilly River (Quebec), St. Lawrence River |
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The Sauvage River (which means Wild River in French) is a small river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Gentilly River. The Gentilly River then joins the mighty St. Lawrence River.
This river is located in the Centre-du-Québec area. It flows through several towns. These include Lemieux, Saint-Louis-de-Blandford, Maddington Falls, Saint-Sylvère, and Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford.
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Where Does the Sauvage River Flow?
The Sauvage River starts in a marshy forest area. This area is in the southern part of Lemieux. It begins about 2.7 kilometers northwest of Highway 20.
How Long is the Sauvage River?
From its start, the Sauvage River flows for about 11.4 kilometers. This is about 7 miles. It flows through both forests and farmlands. The river drops about 20 meters (65 feet) from its source to its end.
What Towns Does the River Pass Through?
The Sauvage River flows through different areas:
- It first flows southwest for 2.5 km. This is near the border of Lemieux and Maddington Falls.
- Then, it continues southwest for 1.6 km in Saint-Louis-de-Blandford.
- Next, it turns northwest for 2.1 km in Maddington Falls.
- It briefly enters Saint-Sylvère for 0.25 km.
- After that, it flows north for 3.9 km back into Lemieux.
- Finally, it flows northwest for 0.6 km. Then it turns west for 0.4 km in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford.
Where Does the Sauvage River End?
The Sauvage River finishes its journey by joining the Gentilly River. This meeting point is on the south bank of the Gentilly River. It is located near several towns. These include Lemieux, Sainte-Gertrude, Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford, and Daveluyville.
What's in a Name?
The name "rivière Sauvage" means "Wild River" in French. This name was officially recognized on August 18, 1978. It was made official by the Commission de toponymie du Québec. This commission is in charge of naming places in Quebec.
