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Definition

A network of rivers ranging from streams to major rivers and, in some cases, including rivers draining naturally into separate catchments that have been interconnected by man-made transfer schemes.

Description

A network of rivers.

Why are river systems important?

River systems are an important part of the hydrological system.  River can be sustained by groundwater or recharge groundwater systems.

 

 

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Source: http://www.dwa.gov.za