Assiscunk Creek

Assiscunk Creek is a tributary of the Delaware River in southwestern New Jersey in the United States.

The name Assiscunk (also spelled Assiscunke or Essiscunk) came from the Lenape language meaning "muddy creek". Other names were Wissahisk River, Birch Creek, and Barracks Creek.

The Assiscunk is approximately 17 miles (27 km) long, and drains an area of approximately 60 sq. miles (155 sq km) of Burlington County, New Jersey. It originates in Springfield Township, and soon forms the border between Springfield and Mansfield Townships. It is fed by Annaricken Brook, and then by Crafts Creek just at the U.S. Route 206 crossing. Assiscunk Branch and Barkers Brook enter between Route 206 and the New Jersey Turnpike crossing. The creek begins to widen on the outskirts of Burlington, where it empties into the Delaware. Wetlands along the creek are habitats for many species, among them the Bog turtle, which is considered a threatened and endangered species.

Tributaries

*Barkers Brook
*Assiscunk Branch
*Crafts Creek
*Annaricken Brook

ee also

*List of New Jersey rivers

External links

* [http://mansfieldtwp.com/History/Mansfield%20History.php Mansfield History]