Delaware River Map (PDF) | Major Rivers & Lakes in Delaware

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Delaware River Map showing major rivers in Delaware, River start and end point, county boundaries.

River Map of Delaware State

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Rivers and Waterways in Delaware

Delaware鈥檚 river system is relatively small but vital, shaped by its flat coastal plains and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. Most rivers flow eastward into Delaware Bay or directly into the Atlantic, while the northern part of the state connects to the Delaware River system. Slow-moving rivers and tidal waterways are common, especially in southern areas. Delaware also relies on a few reservoirs and ponds that support drinking water, agriculture, and local ecosystems across the state.

Major Rivers in Delaware

River	Length (Approx.)	Region	Flows Into
Delaware River	330 mi	North	Delaware Bay
Christina River	12 mi	North	Delaware River
Brandywine Creek	20 mi	North	Christina River
Appoquinimink River	15 mi	Central	Delaware Bay
Leipsic River	20 mi	Central	Delaware Bay
St. Jones River	20 mi	Central	Delaware Bay
Murderkill River	20 mi	Central	Delaware Bay
Broadkill River	16 mi	South	Delaware Bay
Mispillion River	15 mi	South	Delaware Bay
Nanticoke River	64 mi	Southwest	Chesapeake Bay
Indian River	14 mi	South	Indian River Bay
Little River	12 mi	Central	St. Jones River
Blackbird Creek	10 mi	North	Delaware Bay
Duck Creek	15 mi	Central	Delaware Bay
Dirickson Creek	10 mi	South	Atlantic Ocean
Pocomoke River	66 mi	Southwest	Chesapeake Bay
Wicomico River	24 mi	Southwest	Chesapeake Bay
Assawoman Canal	5 mi	South	Atlantic Ocean

Major Lakes in Delaware

Lake	Type	Region
Lums Pond	Reservoir	North
Killens Pond	Reservoir	Central
Silver Lake	Natural lake	Central
Moores Lake	Natural lake	Central
Wagamons Pond	Reservoir	South
Records Pond	Reservoir	South
Trap Pond	Natural lake	South
Concord Pond	Reservoir	South
Hearns Pond	Reservoir	South
Chipmans Pond	Reservoir	Central

Major River Basins in Delaware

Delaware鈥檚 river basins are small and mostly coastal, with water flowing into Delaware Bay, the Atlantic Ocean, or the Chesapeake Bay. These basins are essential for managing tidal flow, protecting wetlands, and supporting water supply in the state.

Delaware River Basin
Christina River Basin
Appoquinimink River Basin
St. Jones River Basin
Murderkill River Basin
Broadkill River Basin
Nanticoke River Basin
Indian River Basin
Mispillion River Basin

Delaware Rivers Facts

State	Delaware
Total Rivers & Streams	2,500+ miles of streams
Major Rivers	Delaware, Nanticoke, Christina
Total Waterway Length	2,700+ miles
Main Drainage	Delaware Bay & Chesapeake Bay
Longest River	Delaware River
Shortest River	Assawoman Canal
Major River Basins	9 Primary Basins
Primary Outlet	Atlantic Ocean
Key Uses	Water supply, agriculture, fisheries, recreation
Longest River Within State	Nanticoke River
Number of River Basins	6鈥�9 Basins
Major Reservoirs	Lums Pond, Killens Pond, Records Pond
Primary Water Source	Surface water and groundwater

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