Neshota River
Neshota River is a 17.22-mile-long (27.71 km) river in east-central Wisconsin[1] It passes through Richard J Drum Memorial Forest before merging with the Devils River to form the West Twin River north of Cherney Maribel Caves County Park. The source of the river is located in southeastern Brown County, Wisconsin.
| Neshota River | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| Country | United States |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Source | |
| • location | Just north of Denmark, Wisconsin |
| Mouth | |
• location | Confluence with the West Twin River near Maribel, Wisconsin |
• coordinates | 44°17′52″N 87°46′18″W |
| Length | 17.22 miles (27.71 km) |
| Basin size | West Twin River |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | South-southeast and east |
| River system | West Twin River |
The water quality of the river is fair near Neshota County Park, but the quality deteriorates quickly, as it is impacted by runoff from nearby farms. A large manure spill in the 1990s contributed to the poor quality of river.[1]
The city of Two Rivers, Wisconsin was named for the confluence of the Neshota River and what was then known as the Mishicott River. The Mishicott River has since been renamed the East Twin River.[2]
Major tributaries
Major tributaries of the Neshota River include:[3]
- Black Creek
- Denmark Creek
- King Creek
References
- Michael Toneys (2001). "Neshota River, West Twin River Watershed". Wisconsin DNR. Retrieved February 29, 2016.
- Chicago and North Western Railway Company (1908). A History of the Origin of the Place Names Connected with the Chicago & North Western and Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railways. p. 132.
- Michael Toneys (2001). "Neshota River, West Twin River Watershed (TK01)". Wisconsin DNR. Retrieved February 29, 2016.