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Twitchell Creek
Country United States
State New York
Physical characteristics
Main source Twitchell Lake
Big Moose, New York
43°50′28″N 74°53′38″W / 43.84111°N 74.89389°W / 43.84111; -74.89389
River mouth Stillwater Reservoir
Woods Lake, New York
1,716 ft (523 m)
42°48′45″N 74°59′58″W / 42.81250°N 74.99944°W / 42.81250; -74.99944
Basin features
Tributaries
  • Left:
    Birch Creek

Twitchell Creek is a small, natural stream located in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains of New York. It's an important part of the local water system, flowing from a lake and emptying into a larger reservoir. This creek helps connect different bodies of water in the region.

Discovering Twitchell Creek

Twitchell Creek is a great example of a natural waterway. It plays a role in the environment of Herkimer County, New York. Creeks like Twitchell Creek are vital for local plants and animals. They also contribute to larger water systems.

Twitchell Creek's Journey

Twitchell Creek starts its journey at Twitchell Lake. This lake is found northwest of a place called Big Moose, New York. From there, the creek flows along its path.

The creek's journey ends when it flows into the Stillwater Reservoir. This reservoir is located west of Woods Lake, New York. The mouth of the creek, where it joins the reservoir, is about 1,716 ft (523 m) above sea level.

What is a Creek?

A creek is a small stream or river. It is usually smaller than a river but larger than a brook. Creeks are important for many reasons:

  • They carry water from higher places to lower places.
  • They provide homes for fish and other aquatic animals.
  • They help water plants grow along their banks.
  • They are part of the natural water cycle.

Twitchell Creek is one of many creeks that help keep the environment healthy in New York.

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