Upper Mississippi River
The Upper Mississippi River spans around 1,250 miles (2,010 km) from Lake Itasca in Minnesota to Cairo, Illinois. Most of the Upper Mississippi … See more

The river system has always played a pivotal role in the lives of those who inhabit the surrounding area. Several different Native American … See more

Today, the Mississippi River System, along with its connecting tributaries, is primarily used for transporting agricultural and manufactured goods across the span of the country. … See more

Natural history
About two billion years ago, environmental tension altered the environment around the Mississippi River … See more

Mississippi River Delta
The Mississippi River Delta was created from thousands of years of sand, clay and organic material being deposited by the Mississippi River into the northern parts of the Gulf of Mexico. The delta is home to massive amounts … See more

The Mississippi River System is a huge provider for the U.S. economy. It accounts for 92% of the nation's agricultural exports and 78% of the world's feed grains and soybeans. It also houses some of the biggest ports in the U.S. like the Port of South Louisiana See more

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