Subercase River (Kitchigama River tributary) facts for kids
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Watershed of Nottaway River
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality) |
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| Main source | Forested creek Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 273 m (896 ft) 49°41′11″N 78°05′01″W / 49.68639°N 78.08361°W |
| River mouth | Grasset Lake Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 250 m (820 ft) 49°55′03″N 78°12′25″W / 49.91750°N 78.20694°W |
| Length | 83.5 km (51.9 mi) |
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The Subercase River is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into Grasset Lake, which is part of the larger Nottaway River system. This river is located in the Nord-du-Québec region.
The Subercase River flows through several areas, including the townships of Desmazures, Daloigny, La Gauchetière, Saint Hélène, Subercase, and Grasset.
The main activity in this area is forestry, which means people work with trees and forests. Another important activity is recreational tourism, especially hunting and fishing.
The river's surface is usually frozen from early November until mid-May. It's generally safe to travel on the ice from mid-November to mid-April.
River's Path and Location
The Subercase River starts from a small forest stream. This starting point is about 27.3 kilometres (17.0 mi) (17 miles) southeast of where the river ends. It's also about 35.5 kilometres (22.1 mi) (22 miles) southwest of the town of Matagami.
The river flows for about 83.5 kilometres (51.9 mi) (52 miles). It travels mostly through marshy areas. The river generally flows north, making some curves along the way. It passes through different townships, including Desmazures, Daloigny, La Gauchetière, and Saint-Hélène. In Saint-Hélène, it goes around the Saint-Hélène Hills and through the southern part of Long Lake. Then it flows into the Subercase and Grasset townships.
The Subercase River eventually empties into the south side of Grasset Lake. This meeting point is about 30.0 kilometres (18.6 mi) (18.6 miles) west of downtown Matagami, Quebec.
Nearby Rivers and Lakes
The Subercase River is surrounded by other rivers and lakes. Here are some of its neighbors:
- To the north: Grasset Lake and Kitchigama River.
- To the east: Deux Lacs River, Allard River, Lake Matagami, Soscumica Lake, and the Nottaway River.
- To the south: Samson River, Adam River, and Harricana River.
- To the west: Samson River and Harricana River.
What's in a Name?
The name "Subercase" comes from an English family name.
The official name "Subercase River" was given on December 5, 1968. This was when the Commission de toponymie du Québec (Quebec's place name commission) was created.
