How clean is the Trinity River?

The Trinity River was ranked the 3rd most polluted river in Texas, being known as The River of Death, with about 912,685 lbs. of litter and about 657 lbs. of toxic discharge found in the river. Over the years these things have been getting better, but the problem is still that pollution is being put in the river.



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The Trinity's pollution in North Texas comes largely from nonindustrial sources, such as sewage treatment plants and urban runoff - water flushed into the river from streets and creeks with each rain.

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Major flooding occurred on the Trinity River in the years 1844, 1866, 1871, and 1890, but a major event in the spring of 1908 set in motion the harnessing of the river. On 26 May 1908, the Trinity River reached a depth of 52.6 feet (16.03 m) and a width of 1.5 miles (2.4 km).

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The Trinity River was ranked the 3rd most polluted river in Texas, being known as The River of Death, with about 912,685 lbs. of litter and about 657 lbs. of toxic discharge found in the river. Over the years these things have been getting better, but the problem is still that pollution is being put in the river.

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Patrons may rent tubes, but are welcome to bring their own tubes, kayaks, paddle boards or anything that floats.

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Species Present: In the Trinity River above Trinity Lake, there are Rainbow and Brown Trout. In the Trinity River below Lewiston Dam, there will be Steelhead (summer and winter runs), Chinook (spring and fall runs), Coho Salmon and Brown Trout.

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The Trinity River is primarily Class II and III and is suitable for rafting and kayaking most of the year. Because Highway 299 West runs adjacent to most of the Trinity River, there are a number of options for tailoring a run to fit your skill level and the time available.

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Olifants River, South Africa and Mozambique The river has notoriously made it to the news on one too many occasions for crocodile attacks.

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