Scotts Creek (Delaware River tributary) facts for kids
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 Scotts Creek
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| Other name(s) | Sepaessing Kijl |
| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Bucks |
| Township | Falls |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | 10 feet (3.0 m) 40°9′27″N 74°47′8″W / 40.15750°N 74.78556°W |
| River mouth | 7 metres (23 ft) 40°7′41″N 74°46′33″W / 40.12806°N 74.77583°W |
| Length | 2.1 miles (3.4 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Scotts Creek → Delaware River → Delaware Bay |
| River system | Delaware River |
| Landmarks | Pennsbury Manor |
| Waterbodies | Van Sciver Lake Manor Lake |
| Bridges | Tyburn Road Bordentown Road Pennsbury Memorial Road |
Scotts Creek is a small stream in Pennsylvania. It flows into the Delaware River. The creek is entirely located within Falls Township in Bucks County. It joins the Delaware River about 124 miles (200 km) from the ocean.
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The History of Scotts Creek
Long ago, between 1654 and 1656, Scotts Creek had a different name. On an old map by Lindeström, it was called Sepaessing Kijl.
What Does Sepaessing Kijl Mean?
The word Sepaessing came from a Native American language. It meant 'plum tree'. The word Kijl was Swedish. It meant 'river' or 'creek'. So, the old name meant 'Plum Tree Creek'.
How Scotts Creek Has Changed
Over time, Scotts Creek has changed a lot. This is because of digging and building by a company called Warner. Today, much of the creek flows through two lakes. These lakes are called Manor Lake and Van Sciver Lake.
Facts and Figures About Scotts Creek
Scotts Creek is officially recognized by the United States government.
Official Recognition
The U.S. Geological Survey added Scotts Creek to its Geographic Names Information System. This happened on August 2, 1979. Its special identification number is 1187173.
Where Scotts Creek Flows
The creek's journey starts at Van Sciver Lake.
The Creek's Path
From Van Sciver Lake, Scotts Creek flows south. It then passes through Manor Lake. Finally, it reaches the Delaware River.
Towns Along Scotts Creek
Scotts Creek is located entirely within one local area.
Falls Township
The only township that Scotts Creek flows through is Falls Township.
Bridges Over Scotts Creek
Several roads cross over Scotts Creek.
Main Crossings
- Pennsbury Memorial Road
- Bordentown Road
- Tyburn Road
