White Oak Run (Loyalhanna Creek tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids White Oak Run |
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Location of White Oak Run mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Loyalhanna Creek |
| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Westmoreland |
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| Main source | Indian Creek divide about 0.25 miles northeast of Kregar, Pennsylvania 1,740 ft (530 m) 40°07′33″N 079°18′03″W / 40.12583°N 79.30083°W |
| River mouth | Loyalhanna Creek about 0.25 miles north of Weaver Mill, Pennsylvania 1,266 ft (386 m) 40°09′43″N 079°16′26″W / 40.16194°N 79.27389°W |
| Length | 4.58 mi (7.37 km) |
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| Progression | northeast |
| River system | Loyalhanna Creek |
| Basin size | 9.15 square miles (23.7 km2) |
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White Oak Run is a small stream, about 4.58 mi (7.37 km) long. It's a "tributary," which means it's a smaller stream that flows into a larger one. White Oak Run flows into Loyalhanna Creek in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It's considered a "3rd order" stream, meaning it's formed when two "2nd order" streams join together.
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About White Oak Run
White Oak Run is an important part of the natural water system in Westmoreland County. It helps carry water from the land into bigger creeks and rivers.
Other Names for White Oak Run
Sometimes, streams and rivers have more than one name. Historically, White Oak Run has also been known simply as Whiteoak Run.
Where Does White Oak Run Start and End?
White Oak Run begins in an area called the Indian Creek divide. This is about 0.25 miles (0.40 km) northeast of a place called Kregar, in Westmoreland County.
From its start, White Oak Run flows towards the northeast. It travels for about 4.58 miles (7.37 km) before it reaches its end. The stream finishes its journey by flowing into Loyalhanna Creek. This meeting point is about 0.25 miles (0.40 km) north of Weaver Mill, Pennsylvania.
What's the White Oak Run Watershed Like?
A watershed is all the land area that drains water into a specific stream or river. The White Oak Run watershed covers about 9.15 square miles (23.7 km2) (23.70 km²) of land.
- Rainfall: This area gets a good amount of rain, about 49.9 inches (127 cm) each year.
- Forests: A large part of the watershed, about 92%, is covered by forests. This is great because forests help keep the water clean and healthy. They also provide homes for many plants and animals.
- Water Temperature: On average, the water in White Oak Run is about 8.74 °C (47.73 °F).
Images for kids
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This map shows the path of White Oak Run in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania.
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This image displays the entire watershed area that drains into White Oak Run.
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