Where is the Lempa River located in El Salvador?

The Lempa River is the largest river in El Salvador and serves as a vital geographic feature of the country.1

It enters El Salvador from Guatemala in the northwestern corner of the nation at Citalá. From there, the river flows eastward across the interior plain, briefly forming part of the border with Honduras. It then turns sharply south, cutting through the central highlands and across the coastal plain before emptying into the Pacific Ocean.12

The river's course is essential to the country's infrastructure, as its northern valley hosts hydroelectric projects that provide power to much of El Salvador, while its southern basin supports significant agricultural development.1

Are you interested in learning more about the hydroelectric projects or the agricultural regions along the river?