Fulton Creek (Ohio)

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Fulton Creek
EtymologyMr. Fulton
Location
CountryUnited States
StateOhio
CountiesDelaware, Union
Physical characteristics
Basin size46.9 square miles (121 km2)
Basin features
Progression Scioto River

Fulton Creek is a stream in the U.S. state of Ohio. [1]

Fulton Creek was named for one Mr. Fulton, a pioneer who disappeared near this creek and was not heard from again, despite an extensive search. [2]

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References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Fulton Creek (Ohio)
  2. History of Delaware County and Ohio. O. L. Baskin & Company. 1880. p. 543.

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