Rafting on the Terisakkan River in Kazakhstan -
The Terisakkan is a river in the Ishim Valley.
Geographical Location
It flows through the Akmola, Karaganda, and Kostanay regions.
River Origin
It originates from springs at the foot of Mount Bakanshainshak in Ulytau and flows into the Ishim River near the village of Koksai.
Hydrology
It is 334 km long and has a drainage area of 19,500 km². The valley is 3-5 km wide in the upper part, wide and flat in the lower reaches, with a two-sided floodplain and a steep channel in the upper part. The water is fresh and slightly hard, suitable for drinking. The average annual water consumption in the village of Baltaly is 8.97 m³ per second. At the mouth of the river is a large pond made of soil. The water in the pond is fresh and is used in the summer to irrigate meadows and meet the needs of settlements. Pastures and hayfields are found in the upper and middle reaches of the river.
River Branches
25 small rivers and streams, with a total length of 109 km, flow into the Terisakkan. The main branches are the Maibulak, Sholaksay, Talsay, Bosagaozek, Bala Terisakkan, Achyly, Shabdar, Kokpekty, and Kayrakty.
