Question

How to find the direction of the river in which it is flowing in topographical maps

Answer 1

Answer:

Water generally flows downhill. So on a topgraphic map, find the numbered elevation contour lines that cross the river, and it will be flowing the direction in which the numbers are getting smaller (closer to sea level).

Answer 2

Answer:

Water generally flows downhill. So on a topgraphic map, find the numbered elevation contour lines that cross the river, and it will be flowing the direction in which the numbers are getting smaller (closer to sea level).

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