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Black Warrior River

Alabama • 33.3000, -87.5000
Length
168 mi
271 km
Elevation
255′ → 73′
182 ft drop
Stream Order
7
Large River
Slope
0.02%
1.1 ft/mi
Drainage
6,265 mi²
16,226 km²
Avg Flow
10,867 cfs
1.8 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
387 mi
623 km to ocean
Classification
Tributary
Mid-reach
Elevation Profile
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Water Level Gauges on Black Warrior River

There are 8 USGS water level monitoring stations on Black Warrior River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on Black Warrior River

There are 31 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Black Warrior River.