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Bear Creek

Illinois • 37.9679, -90.6047
Length
77 mi
124 km
Elevation
916′ → 359′
557 ft drop
Stream Order
5
Medium River
Slope
0.14%
7.2 ft/mi
Drainage
87 mi²
224 km²
Avg Flow
-- cfs
1.1 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
409 mi
657 km to ocean
Classification
Tributary
Mid-reach
Elevation Profile
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Access Sites on Bear Creek

There are 20 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Bear Creek.