词条 | Reach (geography) |
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A reach is a length of a stream or river, usually suggesting a level, uninterrupted stretch.[1] The beginning and ending points may be selected for geographic, historical or other reasons – and may be based on landmarks such as gauging stations, river miles, natural features, and topography.[2][3] A reach may also be an expanse, or widening, of a stream or river channel. This commonly occurs after the river or stream is dammed. A reach is similar to an arm. The term "reach" can also refer to:
As of 2015, the US Board on Geographic Names records 334 place names in the US with the characterization of a named "reach".[4] See also
References1. ^Macfarlane, Robert, "Landmarks", Hamish Hamilton Press, 2015 {{DEFAULTSORT:Reach (Geography)}}2. ^Hydrologic Definitions, Science in Your Watershed, USGS 3. ^Glossary: stream-related terms, StreamNet 4. ^USGS Survey GNIS Database 5 : Physical geography|Fluvial landforms|Rivers|Water streams|Hydrology |
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