Wind River (Wisconsin) facts for kids
For other places with the same name, see Wind River.
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 Location of the mouth of Wind River in Wisconsin
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Pierce |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Trimbelle 1,064 ft (324 m) 44°42′04″N 092°37′11″W / 44.70111°N 92.61972°W |
| River mouth | Mississippi River Diamond Bluff 676 ft (206 m) 44°39′13″N 092°38′34″W / 44.65361°N 92.64278°W |
| Length | 9 mi (14 km) |
The Wind River is a small river in Wisconsin, United States. It flows into the mighty Mississippi River. A river that flows into a larger river is called a tributary.
Where is the Wind River?
The Wind River is located in western Pierce County, Wisconsin. It flows entirely within this county.
How Long is the River?
The Wind River is about 9 miles (or 14.5 kilometers) long. That's like walking for a few hours!
Where Does it Start and End?
The river begins in an area called Trimbelle. From there, it flows south. It passes through two other areas: Oak Grove and Diamond Bluff.
The Wind River finally joins the Mississippi River near the community of Diamond Bluff. This meeting point is called a confluence.
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