Dřevnice

Dřevnice is a river in the Czech Republic, a left tributary of the Morava River. It flows through the Zlín Region. It is 41.6 km long.

Etymology
The name of the river has its root in the Czech word dřevo (i.e. 'wood'). The name is derived from the wooden stakes and boards that were used to strengthen the banks of the river in populated areas as protection against floods.

Characteristic
The Dřevnice originates in the territory of Držková in the Vizovice Highlands at the elevation of 568 m and flows to Otrokovice, where it enters the Morava River at the elevation of 177 m. It is 41.6 km long. Its drainage basin has an area of 435.2 km2.

The longest tributaries of the Dřevnice are:

Settlements
The most notable settlement on the river is the city of Zlín. The river flows through the municipal territories of Držková, Kašava, Hrobice, Trnava, Březová, Slušovice, Lípa, Želechovice nad Dřevnicí, Zlín and Otrokovice.

Bodies of water
There are 142 bodies of water in the basin area. The Slušovice Reservoir is constructed on the river and is the largest body of water in the drainage basin with an area of 75 ha.

Fauna
Naturally occurring fish in the river include river trout, common barbel, grayling and common nase.