Yager Creek facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Yager Creek |
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The Robert J. Fisher bridge over Yager Creek in Carlotta, California
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Map of the Eel River basin including the Van Duzen River
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 Location in California
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| Other name(s) | Yaeger Creek |
| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| Region | Humboldt County |
| City | Carlotta |
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| Main source | confluence confluence of North Fork Yager Creek and Middle Fork Yager Creek., Humboldt County 581 ft (177 m) 40°34′35″N 123°55′46″W / 40.57639°N 123.92944°W |
| River mouth | confluence confluence with the Van Duzen River, Humboldt County 92 ft (28 m) 40°31′31″N 124°04′31″W / 40.52528°N 124.07528°W |
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| River system | Van Duzen River |
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Yager Creek is a stream located on the north coast of California. It flows through Humboldt County, California, which is a beautiful area known for its redwood forests and coastline. Yager Creek is not a huge river itself, but it plays an important role as a smaller stream that feeds into a larger one.
What is Yager Creek?
Yager Creek is a tributary stream. Think of a tributary as a smaller river or stream that flows into a larger river. In this case, Yager Creek flows into the Van Duzen River. The Van Duzen River then joins the even larger Eel River. So, Yager Creek is part of a bigger system of waterways.
Where Yager Creek Starts and Ends
Every stream has a beginning and an end. Yager Creek starts where two other streams meet. This meeting point is called a confluence. For Yager Creek, its source is the confluence of the North Fork Yager Creek and the Middle Fork Yager Creek. This spot is in Humboldt County, California.
The journey of Yager Creek ends when it flows into the Van Duzen River. This happens near the town of Carlotta, California. The point where it joins the Van Duzen River is its mouth.
Other Streams Joining Yager Creek
Just like Yager Creek flows into a bigger river, other smaller streams also flow into Yager Creek. These are its own tributaries. On its left side, streams like South Fork Yager Creek and Wilson Creek join it. On its right side, you'll find streams such as Lawrence Creek and Cooper Mill Creek adding their waters.
