Turkey River (New Hampshire) facts for kids
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The Turkey River near St. Paul's School
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Hampshire |
| County | Merrimack |
| City and town | Concord, Bow |
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| Main source | Little Turkey Pond Concord 325 ft (99 m) 43°11′36″N 71°35′20″W / 43.19333°N 71.58889°W |
| River mouth | Merrimack River Bow 225 ft (69 m) 43°10′9″N 71°31′27″W / 43.16917°N 71.52417°W |
| Length | 6.1 mi (9.8 km) |
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The Turkey River is a small stream in southern New Hampshire, United States. It is about 6.1-mile-long (9.8 km). The Turkey River is a tributary of the Merrimack River. This means it is a smaller river that flows into a larger one. The Merrimack River eventually reaches the Gulf of Maine.
About the Turkey River
The Turkey River starts in Concord, New Hampshire. Its journey begins at the end of Little Turkey Pond. From there, the river flows southeast.
Its Journey to the Merrimack
The river winds its way through the area. It passes through the campus of St. Paul's School. It then goes through the edges of Concord. Finally, it enters Bow. The Turkey River then joins the larger Merrimack River. This meeting point is near where two major highways, Interstate 93 and Interstate 89, come together.
The 2006 Flood Event
In May 2006, a lot of rain fell over two days. This caused the Turkey River to flood. The water covered parts of the St. Paul's School campus. Because of the flood, the school year had to end earlier than planned.
