Top 10 Most Dangerous Rivers In The United States of America

The top 10 most dangerous rivers in the United States of America include the deadly Salmon River, the mighty Rogue River and the insane American River, today we look at just how deadly they are.

10 — Rio Grande

Rio Grande: The Rio Grande, which forms part of the border between the United States and Mexico, is known for its strong currents and treacherous rapids, which have caused several accidents and fatalities over the years.

In June 2021, a group of migrants attempted to cross the Rio Grande near Del Rio, Texas, when their raft overturned, resulting in the deaths of two children and one adult.

In May 2018, a Border Patrol boat carrying five agents overturned on the Rio Grande near Laredo, Texas, resulting in the deaths of one agent and the injury of another.

In June 2014, a group of nine people attempted to cross the Rio Grande near Eagle Pass, Texas, when their inflatable raft capsized, resulting in the deaths of five people.