Cofio (river) facts for kids
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The Cofio near Valdemaqueda
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| Country | Spain |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Sierra de Malagón |
| River mouth | San Juan Reservoir |
| Length | 51 km (32 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Alberche→ Tagus→ Atlantic Ocean |
| Basin size | 638.2 km2 (246.4 sq mi) |
| Tagus Basin | |
The Cofio River is an important river in Spain. It is a tributary of the Alberche River, which means it flows into the Alberche. The Cofio River is about 51 kilometers (32 miles) long. It collects water from an area of 638.2 square kilometers (246.4 square miles).
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Where Does the Cofio River Start and End?
The Cofio River begins in a mountain range called the Sierra de Malagón. From there, it flows until it reaches the San Juan Reservoir. A reservoir is like a big lake made by people to store water.
How Long is the Cofio River?
The Cofio River travels for about 51 kilometers (32 miles). That's like driving from one city to another!
What is the Cofio River's Basin?
The river's basin is the entire area of land where water flows into the Cofio River. For the Cofio, this area is 638.2 square kilometers (246.4 square miles). This means all the rain and smaller streams in this area eventually join the Cofio.
How Much Water Flows in the Cofio River?
The amount of water in the Cofio River changes throughout the year. Scientists measure this at a special station near San Martín de Valdeiglesias.
- The least amount of water measured is about 0.68 cubic meters per second. This usually happens during dry times.
- On average, about 4.54 cubic meters of water flow by each second.
- The most water measured is about 11.10 cubic meters per second. This happens when there's a lot of rain or snowmelt.
Why is the Cofio River Important?
The Cofio River is part of the larger Tagus Basin. The Tagus is one of the longest rivers in the Iberian Peninsula. Rivers like the Cofio are very important for the environment and for people. They provide water for plants, animals, and even for drinking water in towns and cities.
See also
In Spanish: Cofio para niños
