Kerian River

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Kerian River
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Kerian River
Native nameSungai Kerian (Malay)
Location
Country Perak, Malaysia
Physical characteristics
Source 
  location Bintang Range
Mouth  
  location
Kampung Sungai Udang, Nibong Tebal, Penang
Length90 km (56 mi)
Basin size1,420 km2 (550 sq mi) [1]

The Kerian River (Malay : Sungai Kerian), alternately Krian, is a river in the northern part of the Malaysian state of Perak. The river originates from the Bintang Range. It flows westerly and discharges into the Strait of Malacca. The main tributaries are the Selama River, Ijok River, Samagagah River and Ulu Mengkuang River.

Contents

Settlements

The Kerian River flows through the town of Parit Buntar, Perak, Nibong Tebal, Penang, Bandar Baharu and Kedah.

Incidents

See also

References

  1. Review of the National Water Resources Study (2000–2050) and Formulation of National Water Resources Policy: Final Report (PDF) (Report). Vol. 2. August 2011. Retrieved 18 October 2015.[ permanent dead link ]
  2. Lee Hooi Boon (20 March 2015). "Thousands Fish Die in Sungai Kerian". The Sun Daily. Archived from the original on 17 October 2015. Retrieved 18 October 2015.

5°10′N100°25′E / 5.167°N 100.417°E / 5.167; 100.417