West Branch Little Black River (Quebec–Maine) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids West Branch Little Black River |
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| Other name(s) | French: "Branche Ouest de la Petite rivière Noire" and named "Ruisseau à l'Eau Claire" (Clearwater brook) in Quebec |
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| Province | Quebec |
| State | Maine |
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| Main source | Saint-Athanase, Quebec, MRC de Témiscouata, Quebec, Canada, confluence of « Branche Ouest du Ruisseau à l'Eau Claire » (West Branch of Clearwater brook) and « Petit ruisseau à l'Eau Claire » (Little Clearwater brook) in Quebec 318 metres (1,043 ft) 47°20′25″N 69°26′32″W / 47.34028°N 69.44222°W |
| River mouth | zone T18 R13 Wels, Aroostook County, North Maine Woods region, Maine 242 metres (794 ft) 47°15′54″N 69°21′03″W / 47.26500°N 69.35083°W |
| Length | 14.0 kilometres (8.7 mi) |
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The West Branch Little Black River is a short river that flows through Quebec, Canada, and northern Maine in the United States. In French, it is also known as Ruisseau à l'Eau Claire, which means "Clearwater brook."
River's Journey
This river starts in the Notre Dame Mountains in Quebec. It begins where two smaller streams meet: the "West Branch Clearwater Brook" and the "Little Clearwater Brook." This starting point is near the town of Saint-Athanase, Quebec.
Flowing Through Quebec
For about 7.8 kilometers (4.8 miles), the river flows through Quebec. It generally moves southeast, passing through different areas before reaching the border between Canada and the United States.
Crossing into Maine
After crossing the border, the river continues its journey for about 6.2 kilometers (3.9 miles) through Maine. It winds its way southeast. Along this path, it is joined by a stream called Morrison Creek.
Finally, the West Branch Little Black River flows into the Little Black River. The Little Black River then continues to flow into the larger Saint John River.
What's in a Name?
The name "Ruisseau à l'Eau Claire" (Clearwater brook) was officially recognized in Quebec on December 5, 1968. This was done by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is like Quebec's official place-naming board.
Later, on September 30, 1980, the name "West Branch Little Black River" was made official in the United States. This was done by the Geographic Names Information System (GNIS).
