The Penobscot River
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What is the length of the Penobscot River including its West Branch and South Branch?

264 miles

Where does the Penobscot River empty into?

Penobscot Bay

In which state is the Penobscot River located?

Maine

What is the name of the city the Penobscot River flows past?

<p>Bangor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the total length of the Penobscot River including its West Branch and South Branch, and how does it compare to other rivers in Maine?

<p>The total length of the Penobscot River, including its West Branch and South Branch, is 264 miles, making it the longest river in the state of Maine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the path of the Penobscot River from its source to its mouth in Penobscot Bay.

<p>The Penobscot River arises from four branches in several lakes in north-central Maine and flows generally east. After the uniting of the West Branch with the East Branch in Medway, Maine, it flows 109 miles south, past the city of Bangor, before finally emptying into the Atlantic Ocean in Penobscot Bay.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Indian Island in relation to the Penobscot River?

<p>Indian Island is home to the Penobscot people, who live on the island. They have a long-standing connection to the Penobscot River.</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what point does the Penobscot become navigable?

<p>The Penobscot River becomes navigable at the city of Bangor, which is located 109 miles south of the uniting point of the West Branch and East Branch in Medway, Maine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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