Which major river systems receive water from Guizhou?

Most of the rivers in Guizhou province serve as the upper streams for major river systems in China. These rivers flow in three directions—north, east, and south—due to the province's sloping terrain.12

The primary river systems that receive water from Guizhou include:

• Yangtze River: Much of the province is drained by the Wu River system, which is a major tributary of the Yangtze.13
• Xi River: A significant portion of southwestern Guizhou is drained by the Xi River system, which includes the Hongshui River and its tributaries, such as the Beipan River.145

While these rivers are often unsuitable for navigation due to rapids, reefs, and steep gradients, they possess significant hydroelectric power potential.13