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General Information About The Mississippi River Map<\/h2>\n

The Mississippi River Map is one of the most detailed and comprehensive outlines of the river and its watershed. Spanning from Lake Itasca in Minnesota, all the way to the Gulf of Mexico, the river flows through 10 different states, including parts of Canada, before it reaches its endpoint. As one of the major tributaries of the Mississippi River, it accounts for almost one-third of the river’s total length. <\/p>\n

The map itself details the course of the river with various indicators, such as markings for locks, dams and ports, as well as historical information regarding its significance throughout history. It is usually accompanied by an index table which allows quick navigation within the map. <\/p>\n

In terms of the geographical features included in the map, numerous parks, conservation areas and historic sites can be found throughout the length of the river. These features, including the Forked Deer park in Missouri and the Niagara Escarpment in Ontario, Canada, play a significant role in the overall aesthetic of the map as well as its usage. <\/p>\n

One of the primary uses for the Mississippi River Map is to provide helmsmen with information regarding the route of the river, aiding in navigation. Since the length of the river spans over dozens of states and provinces, the remoteness of certain areas can make them inaccessible for human contact and thus require maps for navigational purposes. <\/p>\n