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The Yazoo River is a river located in the United States, flowing through the state of Mississippi. The river is approximately 190 miles long and is formed by the confluence of the Tallahatchie and Yalobusha rivers, near the city of Greenwood. From there, it flows southwestward, eventually joining the Mississippi River north of Vicksburg.

The Yazoo River basin covers approximately 8,300 square miles and includes a mix of agricultural, forested, and urban areas. The river has a watershed that covers parts of five states: Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, Missouri, and Louisiana.

The river is known for its frequent flooding, which has led to the development of levees and other flood-control measures. The 1927 flood, which inundated much of the lower Mississippi Valley, was particularly devastating to the Yazoo River basin.

Today, the Yazoo River is used for transportation, recreation, and water supply. It is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and hunting, with several wildlife management areas along its banks. The surrounding area is also home to several historical sites related to the Civil War and the Civil Rights movement.