Ash Gut (Murderkill River tributary)

Ash Gut is a tributary stream of the Murderkill River located in Kent County, Delaware. It is part of the Murderkill River watershed, which eventually drains into the Delaware Bay. Ash Gut is a relatively small stream, flowing through primarily agricultural and forested areas. The name "Ash Gut" likely refers to the presence of ash trees along its banks, with "gut" being a local term for a small stream or creek. The stream contributes to the overall water quality and ecological health of the Murderkill River system.