Ribault River facts for kids

Ribault River is a smaller river, also called a tributary, that flows into the Trout River. It is located completely within Jacksonville, Florida. The river got its name from Jean Ribault, who was a French naval officer.

The Ribault River starts near Old Kings Road. This starting point, called the headwaters, is about 7 feet (2.1 m) above sea level. Where the river begins, it flows through the forest floor and is quite small, like a creek. The river then flows north, just like the St. Johns River and many other rivers that join the Trout River. The Ribault River is about 6.4 miles (10.3 km) long.

Bridges Over the Ribault River

Many bridges cross the Ribault River as it flows through Jacksonville. Here is a list of some of them, starting from where the river begins:

Bridge Name	Road or Route	Location	Coordinates
Amtrak bridge		Jacksonville	30°22′25″N 81°43′57″W / 30.37361°N 81.73250°W / 30.37361; -81.73250
	US 1/US 23	Jacksonville	30°22′31″N 81°43′36″W / 30.37528°N 81.72667°W / 30.37528; -81.72667
	West Moncrief Road	Jacksonville	30°23′21″N 81°43′12″W / 30.38917°N 81.72000°W / 30.38917; -81.72000
	Ribault Scenic Road	Jacksonville	30°23′37″N 81°42′47″W / 30.39361°N 81.71306°W / 30.39361; -81.71306
	Lem Turner Boulevard	Jacksonville	30°23′45″N 81°40′58″W / 30.39583°N 81.68278°W / 30.39583; -81.68278