Tributaries of Redbank Creek facts for kids

A tributary is a smaller stream or river that flows into a larger river. The tributaries of Redbank Creek (Pennsylvania) are all the streams that feed into it. Redbank Creek itself flows into the Allegheny River. These streams are found in parts of Jefferson, Clarion, and Armstrong counties in Pennsylvania.

This article will tell you about the different streams that join Redbank Creek. We'll look at where they start and where they meet Redbank Creek.

What is a Tributary?

A tributary is like a branch of a tree. It's a smaller stream that flows into a bigger one. Imagine Redbank Creek as the main trunk. All the smaller creeks and runs that flow into it are its tributaries. They help carry water from a wider area into the main creek.

Redbank Creek's Main Helpers

Redbank Creek has many smaller streams that flow into it. These are called its direct tributaries. They add water to the creek as it travels through the counties. Each tributary has a special spot where it joins Redbank Creek. This spot is called its "mouth." The place where the stream begins is called its "source."

Here are some of the most important direct tributaries of Redbank Creek:

• Sandy Lick Creek: This is one of the biggest tributaries. It joins Redbank Creek in Brookville, Pennsylvania. Its source is far away in Sandy Township, Clearfield County.
• North Fork Creek: Another major tributary, it also meets Redbank Creek in Brookville. It starts in Polk Township, Jefferson County.
• Little Sandy Creek: This creek flows into Redbank Creek in Redbank Township, Armstrong County. Its source is in McCalmont Township, Jefferson County.

Other Streams Joining Redbank Creek

Many other smaller streams also contribute to Redbank Creek. They flow from different areas and add to the creek's flow. Here are a few examples:

• Clement Run: Joins from the right side in Rose Township.
• Rattlesnake Run: Flows in from the left side in Clover Township.
• Thompson Run: Enters from the right side, also in Clover Township.
• Simpson Run: Another right-side tributary in Clover Township.
• Welch Run: Joins from the right near Corsica.
• Runaway Run: Enters from the right near Summerville.
• Carrier Run: Flows in from the left in Clover Township.
• Beaver Run: Joins from the left in Beaver Township.
• Tarkiln Run: Another left-side stream in Beaver Township.
• Red Run: Also a left-side tributary in Beaver Township.
• Patton Run: Enters from the right in Beaver Township.
• Pine Creek: Joins from the left in Redbank Township, Clarion County.
• Miller Run: A right-side tributary in Redbank Township, Clarion County.
• Town Run: Joins from the right in Redbank Township, Clarion County.
• Middle Run: Another right-side stream in Redbank Township, Clarion County.
• Leisure Run: Enters from the right near New Bethlehem.
• Long Run: Joins from the right in Porter Township.
• Leatherwood Creek: A right-side tributary in Porter Township.
• Middle Run (second one): Another right-side stream in Porter Township.
• Rock Run: Enters from the right in Madison Township.
• Wildcat Run: Joins from the right in Madison Township.

Tributaries of Sandy Lick Creek

Sandy Lick Creek is a big stream, and it has its own tributaries! These smaller streams feed into Sandy Lick Creek before it joins Redbank Creek.

• Lake Sabula: This lake is near the start of Sandy Lick Creek.
• Coal Run: Joins from the left in Sandy Township.
• Muddy Run: Enters from the right in Sandy Township.
• Narrows Creek: A right-side tributary in Sandy Township.
• Gravel Lick Run: Another right-side stream in Sandy Township.
• Laborde Branch: Joins from the left in Sandy Township.
• Reisinger Run: Enters from the left near DuBois.
• Pentz Run: Another left-side stream near DuBois.
• Beaver Run: Joins from the right near DuBois.
• Clear Run: Enters from the right near DuBois.
• Slab Run: A right-side tributary in Sandy Township.
• Wolf Run: Another right-side stream in Sandy Township.
• Panther Run: Joins from the right in Winslow Township.
• Pitchpine Run: Enters from the left in Reynoldsville.
• Soldier Run: Another left-side stream in Reynoldsville.
• Trout Run: Joins from the left in Winslow Township.
• Schoolhouse Run: Enters from the left in Winslow Township.
• O'Donnell Run: A right-side tributary in Winslow Township.
• Camp Run: Joins from the left in Knox Township.
• Fuller Run: Another left-side stream in Knox Township.
• Cable Run: Enters from the right in Pine Creek Township.
• Mill Creek: A large right-side tributary in Pine Creek Township.
• Horm Run: Joins from the left in Washington Township.
• Fivemile Run (first one): Enters from the left in Pine Creek Township.
• Little Mill Creek: A right-side tributary in Pine Creek Township.
• Fivemile Run (second one): Joins from the left in Pine Creek Township.

Tributaries of Little Sandy Creek

Little Sandy Creek also has its own network of streams that feed into it.

• Middle Branch Little Sandy Creek: Joins from the right in Oliver Township.
• Hickok Run: Enters from the left in Oliver Township.
• Clutch Run: A left-side tributary in Oliver Township.
• Indiancamp Run: Joins from the right in Oliver Township.
• Lick Run: Enters from the right in Oliver Township.
• Big Run: A large left-side tributary in Ringgold Township.
• Ferguson Run: Joins from the right in Beaver Township.
• Cherry Run: Enters from the left in Ringgold Township.
• Brocious Run: A right-side tributary in Beaver Township.
• Nolf Run: Joins from the left in Redbank Township.

These many streams and creeks all work together to form the Redbank Creek watershed, which is the entire area of land that drains into Redbank Creek.