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South Branch Meduxnekeag River
Country United States
Physical characteristics
Main source Maine
River mouth Meduxnekeag River
345 feet (105 m)
46°06′09″N 67°52′16″W / 46.1024°N 67.8712°W / 46.1024; -67.8712
Length 15.2 miles (24.5 km)
Basin features
Progression MeduxnekeagSt. JohnBay of Fundy

The South Branch Meduxnekeag River is a river in Aroostook County, Maine. It is about 15.2 miles (24.5 kilometers) long. This river is an important part of the local natural environment.

Where Does the River Flow?

The South Branch Meduxnekeag River starts at Johnson Pond in a town called Linneus. From there, it flows for about 5.8 miles (9.3 kilometers) toward Cary.

Journey Through Wildlife Areas

After passing Cary, the river enters the Lt. Gordon Manuel Wildlife Management Area. This area is in Hodgdon. Wildlife management areas help protect animals and their homes.

Meeting Another River

The river then turns north and flows for about 9.4 miles (15.1 kilometers). It finally joins with the main Meduxnekeag River at a place called Carys Mills. This meeting point is about two miles upstream from the town of Houlton.

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