Reems Creek Explained

Reems Creek is a stream in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It is a tributary to the French Broad River.

According to tradition, the creek derives its name from one Mr. Rims, a pioneer who was killed by Indians near its mouth.^[1] Variant names are "Reams Creek", "Reem Creek", "Rheims Creek", and "Rims Creek".

Notes and References

1. Web site: John Weaver, An Early Settler of the Reems Creek Valley . Weaverville Tribune . April 30, 2019 . 3 July 2019 . Parker, Clint.