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A reach in geography can mean several things. Most generally, a reach is any length of a stream between any two points. The points may be selected for any reason, such as gauging stations, river miles, natural features, and topography. They may be arbitrary or vague.
A reach may also be an expanse, or widening, of a stream or river channel. This commonly occurs after the river or stream is dammed. A reach is similar to an arm.
The term "reach" can also refer to:
- An extended portion or stretch of land or water;
- a straight portion of a stream or river, as from one turn to another;
- a level stretch, as between locks in a canal;
- an arm of the sea extending up into the land.
Famous quotes containing the word reach:
“We are not certain, we are never certain. If we were we could reach some conclusions, and we could, at last, make others take us seriously.
In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.”
—Benjamin Franklin (1706–1790)