Nanticoke Creek (New York)
| Nanticoke Creek | |
|---|---|
| Etymology | named after the Nanticoke tribe |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Source | |
| • location | Above Nanticoke Lake in Lisle, New York |
| • coordinates | 42°20′28″N 76°06′06″W / 42.34108°N 76.1016°W |
| • elevation | 1,375 ft (419 m) |
| Mouth | |
• location | Susquehanna River in Endicott, New York |
• coordinates | 42°05′02″N 76°05′05″W / 42.08385°N 76.0846°W |
• elevation | 804 ft (245 m) |
| Length | 22 mi (35 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Susquehanna River → Chesapeake Bay |
Nanticoke Creek is a river in Broome County, New York. It is approximately 22 miles (35 km) long, emptying into the Susquehanna River in Endicott, New York. It flows from its source above and through Nanticoke Lake in Lisle, New York, through the towns of Nanticoke, Maine, and Union.[1][2][3]
In December 2020, the creek overflowed its banks and flooded part of the En-Joie Golf Club in Endicott, New York.[4][5]
Parts of the creek near Maine, New York are suitable for fishing.[6][1]
References
- ^ a b "Place to Fish: Nanticoke Creek". New York Department of Environmental Conservation. New York. Retrieved January 26, 2026.
- ^ "Watershed Profile: Nanticoke Creek near Maine, NY". Susquehanna River Basin Commission. Retrieved January 26, 2026.
- ^ "Geographical Names Information System". United States Geological Survey. Retrieved January 26, 2026.
- ^ Woelfel, Rick (September 8, 2021). "Neither snow nor ice". Golf Course Industry. Retrieved 2026-01-27.
- ^ Biviano, Ashley (December 24, 2020). "Flooding reported on Nanticoke, Owego creeks; water expected to recede by midday". Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin. Retrieved January 27, 2026.
- ^ Kelly, J. Michael (February 22, 2012). "Hot Spots for New York Fishing in 2012". Game & Fish. Retrieved January 27, 2026.