War Branch (Georges Creek tributary) facts for kids
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Location of War Branch mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Georges Creek |
| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Fayette |
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| Main source | Jacobs Creek divide pond about 0.25 miles southwest of Old Frame, Pennsylvania 1,070 ft (330 m) 39°48′10″N 079°52′20″W / 39.80278°N 79.87222°W |
| River mouth | Georges Creek about 2.5 miles east-southeast of New Geneva, Pennsylvania 840 ft (260 m) 39°46′40″N 079°52′31″W / 39.77778°N 79.87528°W |
| Length | 1.79 mi (2.88 km) |
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| Progression | south-southwest |
| River system | Monongahela River |
| Basin size | 1.56 square miles (4.0 km2) |
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| Bridges | War Branch Road |
War Branch is a small stream, about 1.79 miles (2.88 km) long, located in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. It's known as a "second-order tributary," which means it's a stream that flows into another stream, which then flows into an even bigger stream. In this case, War Branch flows into Georges Creek.
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About War Branch
War Branch is an important part of the local water system in Fayette County. It helps carry water from the land into larger creeks and rivers. Understanding streams like War Branch helps us learn about the environment around us.
Other Names for War Branch
Sometimes, places have more than one name. According to a big list of geographic names, War Branch has also been known as:
- War Branch Run
Where Does War Branch Flow?
The journey of War Branch begins in a pond. This pond is located about 0.25 miles (0.40 km) southwest of a place called Old Frame, Pennsylvania. From there, the stream flows towards the south-southwest.
Its journey ends when it joins Georges Creek. This meeting point is about 2.5 miles (4.0 km) east-southeast of New Geneva.
The War Branch Watershed
A watershed is like a big bowl where all the rain and snow that falls drains into a specific stream or river. The War Branch watershed covers an area of about 1.56 square miles (4.04 sq km).
Here are some interesting facts about its watershed:
- It receives about 42.9 inches (109 cm) of rain and snow each year.
- About 59% of the land in the watershed is covered by forests. This means there are lots of trees!
- The "wetness index" for this area is 332.74. This number helps scientists understand how wet or dry the land is, and how water moves through it.
