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The Missouri River is a tributary
of the Mississippi River that is born at the confluence of the
Madison, Jefferson, and Gallatin rivers in Montana, and flows
into the Mississippi River north of St. Louis, Missouri. At over
2,300 miles in length, it drains approximately 1/6th of the North
American continent. Depending on the point from which it is measured
(long story) it is either considered the longest or 2nd-longest
river in the United States. In any case, the combined Missouri-Mississippi
river system is the 4th-longest river in the world.
The Missouri River is called "Big Muddy" due to the
high silt content in its flow. This feature that is highly visible
at its confluence with the Mississippi.
The Missouri River is a source of outdoor recreation and adventure
in the state of Missouri. Visitors will find plenty to do on the
Missouri river, from Missouri rafting to Missouri fishing. |
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