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Topock Gorge
Section of the Colorado River in Arizona–California / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Topock Gorge is a mountainous canyon and gorge section of the Colorado River, located between Interstate 40 and Lake Havasu. The town of Needles, California, to the northwest, was named for the "needle-like" vertical rock outcroppings. The natural landmarks and river crossing by them were one of the journey markers for travelers on historic Route 66.[citation needed]
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Topock Gorge | |
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![]() Rock formations in Topock Canyon on the Colorado River, 2010 | |
Location | Mohave County, Arizona / San Bernardino County, California, United States |
Coordinates | 34°39′40″N 114°27′19″W |
Basin countries | United States |
Average depth | 15 ft (4.6 m) |
Surface elevation | 500 ft (150 m) |
References | GNIS data |
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