Florida River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Florida River |
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near Durango–La Plata County Airport
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| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Lillie Lake 37°34′43″N 107°35′36″W / 37.57861°N 107.59333°W |
| River mouth | Confluence with Animas 5,994 ft (1,827 m) 37°02′56″N 107°52′22″W / 37.04889°N 107.87278°W |
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| Progression | Animas—San Juan—Colorado |
The Florida River is a 61.7-mile (99.3 km) long river in Colorado. It's a smaller river that flows into the Animas River in La Plata County, Colorado. A river that flows into a larger river is called a tributary.
About the Florida River
The Florida River starts high up in the mountains at Lillie Lake. This lake is located in the Weminuche Wilderness, which is a beautiful, wild area.
As the river flows, its water is collected by the Lemon Dam. This dam creates a large lake called Lemon Reservoir. This reservoir is about fifteen miles northeast of Durango. The reservoir helps store water for people and wildlife.
After leaving the reservoir, the Florida River continues its journey. It eventually joins the Animas River south of Durango. This meeting point is located on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation, close to the border with New Mexico.
What's in a Name?
The name "Florida" for this river comes from the Spanish language. It means "little flower." It's a pretty name for a river that flows through scenic areas.
Images for kids
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The Florida River and the Williams–Ignacio Plant (a facility that processes oil and gas) near Durango, seen from above.
