Huequén River facts for kids
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Location of mouth in Chile
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| Country | Chile |
| Region | Araucanía |
| Province | Malleco |
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| River mouth | 36°49′03″S 73°09′45″W / 36.8176°S 73.1624°W |
| Length | 17.43 km (10.83 mi) |
The Huequén River (called Río Huequén in Spanish) is a river found in Chile, a country in South America. It flows through the Araucanía Region, specifically in the Malleco Province. This river is an important part of the local water system.
About the Huequén River
The Huequén River is a tributary of the Vergara River. A tributary is a smaller river or stream that flows into a larger river. So, the Huequén River adds its water to the Vergara River.
The city of Angol is located where the Huequén River meets the Malleco River. This meeting point of two rivers is called a confluence. It's like a natural crossroads for water.
River Length and Other Streams
The Huequén River is about 17.43 kilometres (10.83 mi) long. That's roughly 10.8 miles. It's not a very long river, but it plays a key role in the area.
Other smaller rivers also flow into the Huequén River. These are the Rio Requén and the Rio Ñipaco. They are also tributaries, but they feed into the Huequén River instead of a larger one.
Seasonal Changes
The Huequén River experiences seasonal flooding during the winter months. This means that when winter comes, the river's water level rises a lot. This can cause the river to overflow its banks. This is a natural event that happens due to heavy rainfall or melting snow in the colder season.
See also
In Spanish: Río Huequén para niños
