Colligan River
| Colligan River | |
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Colligan River flowing under the N25 in Dungarvan
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| Native name | Abhainn Choilligeáin |
| Basin features | |
| Main source | Monavallagh Mountains |
| River mouth | Celtic Sea at Dungarvan |
| Basin size | 108 square kilometres (42 sq mi) |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Length | 24 kilometres (15 mi) |
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The Colligan River (Irish: Abhainn Choilligeáin) is a fast-flowing river in Ireland, flowing through County Waterford. It is reputed to be one of the fastest in Europe.
The Colligan River rises in the Monavallagh Mountains. It flows southwards under the Scart Bridge. It passes under the N72 at Kildangan and turns eastwards into a wide estuary at Dungarvan, where it is bridged by the N25 (The Bypass) and R911 (The Causeway) before entering the Celtic Sea.
The Colligan River is a noted salmon and trout fishery. It is also used for whitewater kayaking.
Coordinates: 52°12′50″N 7°36′01″W / 52.213932°N 7.600216°W
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