Cumpăna is a left‑bank tributary of the river Topolog in Romania. It is situated in Argeș County and joins the Topolog north of the village of Sălătrucu. The river has a total length of approximately 12 km (7.5 mi) and drains a basin of about 26 km² (10 sq mi) [1][2][3].
Geography
- Source: The river originates in the hilly terrain of Argeș County.
- Mouth: It discharges into the Topolog River at coordinates 45°21′59″ N, 24°30′00″ E.
- Progression: Cumpăna → Topolog → Olt → Danube → Black Sea.
Physical characteristics
- Length: 12 km (7.5 mi).
- Basin size: 26 km² (10 sq mi).
- Left tributary: Peneș.
Administrative context
The Cumpăna river lies entirely within the jurisdiction of Argeș County, Romania, and is part of the larger Olt River basin, which ultimately drains into the Danube and the Black Sea.
References
- “Cumpăna (Topolog).” Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cump%C4%83na_(Topolog).
- National Water Management Plan, Romanian National Administration “Apele Române,” 2010.
- “Atlasul cadastrului apelor din România, Partea 1.” Ministry of the Environment, Romania, 1992.