Kerian River

Kerian River
Native nameSungai Kerian (Malay)
Location
CountryPerak, Malaysia
Physical characteristics
Source 
 • locationBintang Range
Mouth 
 • location
Kampung Sungai Udang, Nibong Tebal, Penang
Length90 km (56 mi)
Basin size1,420 km2 (550 sq mi)[1]

The Kerian River (Malay: Sungai Kerian), alternately Krian, 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 Strait of Malacca. The main tributaries are the Selama River, Ijok River, Samagagah River and Ulu Mengkuang River.

  1. ^ Review of the National Water Resources Study (2000–2050) and Formulation of National Water Resources Policy: Final Report (PDF) (Report). Vol. 2. August 2011. Retrieved 18 October 2015.[permanent dead link]