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West River

Connecticut • 41.2697, -72.6772
Length
45 mi
73 km
Elevation
2,062′ → 219′
1,843 ft drop
Stream Order
6
Large River
Slope
0.77%
40.9 ft/mi
Drainage
420 mi²
1,089 km²
Avg Flow
991 cfs
1.9 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
222 mi
356 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
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Access Sites on West River

There are 9 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on West River.