Kerian River | |
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Native name | Sungai Kerian |
Country | Perak, Malaysia |
Basin features | |
Main source | Bintang Range |
River mouth | Kampung Sungai Udang, Nibong Tebal, Pulau Pinang |
Basin size | 1,420 km2 (550 sq mi) |
Physical characteristics | |
Length | 90 km (56 mi) |
Kerian River (Malay: Sungai Kerian) is a river in the northern part of the Malaysian state of Perak. The river originates from the Bintang Range. It flows westerly and discharges into the Straits of Melaka. The main tributaries are Selama River, Ijok River, Samagagah River and Ulu Mengkuang River.
Kerian River flows through the town of Parit Buntar, Perak, Nibong Tebal, Penang and Bandar Baharu, Kedah.
Coordinates: 5°10′N 100°25′E / 5.167°N 100.417°E