Lucky Run
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Lucky Run (also known as Lucky Run Creek[1]) is a tributary of Keyser Creek in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It is approximately 2.4 miles (3.9 km) long and flows through Ransom Township and Scranton.[2] The watershed of the creek has an area of 1.66 square miles (4.3 km2). It is considered to be a Coldwater Fishery and contains trout. However, it loses flow to underground mine pools. Land uses in its watershed include forests, open space, and industrial land. A county park known as McDade Park is in the stream's vicinity.
Quick Facts Lucky Run, Physical characteristics ...
Lucky Run Lucky Run Creek | |
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Physical characteristics | |
Source | |
• location | Bald Mountain in Ransom Township, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania |
• elevation | between 1,700 and 1,720 feet (520 and 520 m) |
Mouth | |
• location | Keyser Creek in Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania |
• coordinates | 41°24′44″N 75°42′01″W |
• elevation | 778 ft (237 m) |
Length | 2.4 mi (3.9 km) |
Basin size | 1.66 sq mi (4.3 km2) |
Basin features | |
Progression | Keyser Creek → Lackawanna River → Susquehanna River → Chesapeake Bay |
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