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The '''Elisabeth River''' is the | The '''Elisabeth River''' ({{lang-cd|Rio de Isabel}}) is the fourth-longest major river in the [[Administrative divisions of Cartadania|Commonwealth]] of [[Verona]], measuring {{convert|147.9|km|mi|sp=us}} from its origin at the triple point boundary of [[Andres County, Verona|Andres]], [[Montilla County, Verona|Montilla]], and [[Riverside County, Verona|Riverside]] counties to its mouth at [[Elisabeth Harbor]]. The river has a {{wp|drainage basin}} covering approximately {{convert|10250|km2|sqmi|sp=us}}, making it one of the most significant hydrological features in the state. | ||
The Elisabeth River is part of the Elisabeth-São Miguel River System, the largest river system entirely contained within Verona’s boundaries. This system begins with the São Miguel River, from which the Elisabeth River branches, and plays a critical role in the state’s water management, agriculture, and ecology. The river supports numerous communities and industries along its course, serving as an essential resource for irrigation, transportation, and recreational activities. | |||
Geographically, the Elisabeth River is sometimes used as an informal boundary, dividing the more urbanized, cosmopolitan northeastern Verona from the northwestern portion of the state, which includes the politically significant areas of [[Alahuela|Greater Alahuela]]. Its position highlights its importance not only as a natural resource but also as a cultural and geographical marker within the state. The Elisabeth River and its tributaries are managed by state and local agencies, particularly the Elisabeth River Authority, to ensure the preservation of water quality and ecosystem health. | |||
== Geology == | |||
== See also == | |||
[[Category:Cartadania]] | |||
[[Category:Rivers]] | |||
[[Category: Geography of Cartadania]] | |||
[[Category:IXWB]] |
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Elisabeth River Río de Isabel | |
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File:Elisabeth River watershed Verona.png | |
Location | |
Country | Cartadania |
State | Verona |
Physical characteristics | |
Source | Serra Affiada |
Source confluence | Sinas County |
• elevation | 453 m (1,486 ft) |
Mouth | Bay of Verona |
• location | Elisabeth City, Verona |
• elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
Length | 147.9 km (91.9 mi) |
Basin size | 116,000 km2 (45,000 sq mi) |
Discharge | |
• location | Elisabeth City |
• average | 237.5 m3/s (8,390 cu ft/s) |
• minimum | 0.76 m3/s (27 cu ft/s) |
• maximum | 2,390 m3/s (84,000 cu ft/s) |
The Elisabeth River (Cartadanian: Rio de Isabel) is the fourth-longest major river in the Commonwealth of Verona, measuring 147.9 kilometers (91.9 mi) from its origin at the triple point boundary of Andres, Montilla, and Riverside counties to its mouth at Elisabeth Harbor. The river has a drainage basin covering approximately 10,250 square kilometers (3,960 sq mi), making it one of the most significant hydrological features in the state.
The Elisabeth River is part of the Elisabeth-São Miguel River System, the largest river system entirely contained within Verona’s boundaries. This system begins with the São Miguel River, from which the Elisabeth River branches, and plays a critical role in the state’s water management, agriculture, and ecology. The river supports numerous communities and industries along its course, serving as an essential resource for irrigation, transportation, and recreational activities.
Geographically, the Elisabeth River is sometimes used as an informal boundary, dividing the more urbanized, cosmopolitan northeastern Verona from the northwestern portion of the state, which includes the politically significant areas of Greater Alahuela. Its position highlights its importance not only as a natural resource but also as a cultural and geographical marker within the state. The Elisabeth River and its tributaries are managed by state and local agencies, particularly the Elisabeth River Authority, to ensure the preservation of water quality and ecosystem health.