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Pittston Township, Luzerne County. It flows north-northeast for nearly a mile before passing through another pond and turning north. After a few tenths of a mile, it turns north-northeast again and exits Luzerne County. Upon exiting Luzerne County, the creek enters
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quadrangle of Avoca. The creek is situated approximately 5 miles (8.0 km) from the community of
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