Walpole River
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| Walpole River | |
|---|---|
| Mouth | Walpole Inlet |
| Basin countries | Australia |
| Length | 15 kilometres (9 mi) |
| Source elevation | 99 metres (325 ft)[1] |
| Basin area | 60 square kilometres (14,826 acres) [2] |
The Walpole River is a river in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. The river was discovered by Captain Thomas Bannister in 1831 [3] and named by Governor James Stirling after Captain W Walpole. The catchment of the Walpole River also provides drinking water to the town of Walpole. The water quality of the river is considered to be fresh.
References
- ↑ "Bonzle Digital Atlas- Map of Walpole River, WA". 2008. Retrieved 27 November 2008.
- ↑ "Proposed Walpole and Nornalup Inlets Marine Park - Indicative Management Plan". 2006. Retrieved 5 October 2007.
- ↑ "Walpole - Brief History". 2007. Retrieved 5 October 2007.
Coordinates: 34°58′48.21″S 116°42′42.04″E / 34.9800583°S 116.7116778°E
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