Waterways. This watershed includes the section of the Red River from just west of Hazel Green to the junction of the Red River with the Middle Fork Red River (near Bowen). Among the creeks that feed the Red River in this watershed are Big Branch, Swift Camp Creek, Clifty Creek, Gladie Creek, Wolfpen Creek, Chimney Top Creek, Leatherwood Fork, Indian Creek, Spaas Creek, and Short Creek. Water also flows into the watershed from the Stillwater Creek and Red River (headwaters) watersheds.

Land and water use. Land in the watershed is mainly rural and wooded; about 15% is agricultural. The surface waters of the watershed supply the drinking water for the Campton municipal system. Nine businesses and organizations hold permits for discharges into the creeks. See tables for details.

Agency data assessment. The assessed creek segments in this watershed include one (an unnamed tributary of Swift Camp Creek) that does not support all of its designated uses, based on biological and/or water-quality data. Siltation contributes to the impairment of the stream. See tables for details.

Watershed rankings. The ranking formula provides a preliminary ranking by synthesizing a broad spectrum of watershed characteristics, current conditions, and threats. This watershed ranks in the group with a moderate need for protection and/or restoration. This rating is for the watershed on average: particular sites and particular waters within the watershed may vary widely. See tables for details.

Volunteer data. A site on the Red River exhibited elevated chromium and selenium. A site on Swift Camp Creek showed elevated chromium. See tables for details.