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Pecatonica River

Michigan • 42.5895, -89.9426
Hydrography profile Updated Dec 27, 2025
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Length
194 mi
312 km
Elevation
1,184′ → 713′
471 ft drop
Stream Order
7
Large River
Slope
0.05%
2.4 ft/mi
Drainage
5,708 mi²
14,784 km²
Avg Flow
1,957 cfs
1.4 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
1,817 mi
2,924 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

Data from EPA Water Quality Portal (USGS, EPA, state agencies).

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Access Sites on Pecatonica River

There are 8 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Pecatonica River.