For this reason, spring creeks are often filled with very pure, clean water and also demonstrate water flows that are smooth, consistent, and unwavering throughout the seasons of the year - unlike rivers filled with run-off or spring and summer melt-off from snow pack, whose water flows, water clarity, and water conditions often vary highly over the course of the year.
Spring creeks are known for their exceptionally clear, unpolluted water that flows smoothly and uniformly throughout the year, unlike rivers which can experience significant changes in flow, clarity, and condition depending on seasonal rainfall and melting snow.