Willow Run (Husbands Run tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Willow Run |
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Location of Willow Run mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Husbands Run |
| Country | United States |
| State | Delaware |
| County | New Castle |
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| Main source | Shellpot Creek divide Sharpley, Delaware 338 ft (103 m) 39°47′55″N 075°32′59″W / 39.79861°N 75.54972°W |
| River mouth | Husbands Run about 0.5 miles east of Fairfax, Delaware 285 ft (87 m) 39°47′14″N 075°33′39″W / 39.78722°N 75.56083°W |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | southwest |
| River system | Delaware River |
| Tributaries |
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| Bridges | Sharpley Road, Country Club Drive |
Willow Run is a small stream, also known as a 'tributary,' located in New Castle County, Delaware. It is a "first-order" stream, meaning it is one of the smallest types of waterways that flows into a larger stream. Willow Run helps carry water into Husbands Run, which is another stream in the area.
The Journey of Willow Run
Willow Run begins its journey in a place called Sharpley, Delaware. This is where the stream "rises," or starts, at an elevation of about 338 feet above sea level. From its starting point, the stream flows generally towards the southwest.
Where Willow Run Ends
After flowing for a short distance, Willow Run joins Husbands Run. This meeting point is about half a mile east of Fairfax, Delaware. At this spot, the elevation of the stream is around 285 feet above sea level. Willow Run is part of the larger Delaware River system, meaning its waters eventually make their way to the Delaware River.
Bridges Over the Stream
Even though Willow Run is a small stream, it has a few bridges that cross over it. These bridges help roads like Sharpley Road and Country Club Drive pass over the water, connecting different parts of the community.
