Thalwegs

06/23/25

“What are the deepest parts of rivers?”

Rivers are dynamic pieces of geography. They curve and meander while transporting water and sediment. The depths of rivers will also vary. If you were to trace a path following the deepest parts of rivers, you would get what scientists call a Thalweg. Thalwegs are often used to mark the river border between countries or other governing bodies.

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