Spencer Creek (South Branch French Creek tributary)

Spencer Creek is a small stream located in northwestern Pennsylvania, United States. It is a tributary of the South Branch French Creek, which itself is a tributary of French Creek.

Spencer Creek is primarily a low-gradient stream, characterized by riffles and pools. Its watershed is largely composed of agricultural land and forested areas. The creek supports a variety of aquatic life, including fish and macroinvertebrates. Its water quality is susceptible to agricultural runoff and erosion.

The creek's name, like many waterways in the region, likely derives from early settlers or landowners in the area. Detailed historical records regarding the specific origin of the name "Spencer" related to this creek are often limited.

Spencer Creek ultimately contributes to the larger French Creek watershed, which is a significant drainage basin within the Allegheny River system.