Blue River (Indiana)
| Blue River 5 | |
|---|---|
| Basin | |
| Main source | near Salem, Indiana |
| River mouth | Ohio River |
| Countries | United States |
The Blue River is a 57-mile-long (92 km)[1][2] stream that runs through Harrison, Crawford and Washington counties in Indiana. It arises near Salem in Washington County and flows south into the Ohio River just upstream from Leavenworth.
The river is divided into four segments, designating the river as scenic, recreational and natural, and is managed by the Blue River Commission.[1]
See also
References
- 1 2 "Indiana's Natural, Scenic, and Recreational River System - Blue River". Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved January 7, 2012.
- ↑ "The National Map". U.S. Geological Survey. Retrieved January 7, 2012.
External links
- The Blue River, Natural, Scenic and Recreational River Study, July 31, 1974
- Blue River Commission website
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