Elan (Prut)

Elan
Location
CountryRomania
CountiesVaslui, Galați
VillagesHurdugi, Poșta Elan, Murgeni
Physical characteristics
SourceFălciu Hills
MouthPrut
  coordinates
46°05′52″N 28°06′08″E / 46.0978°N 28.1022°E / 46.0978; 28.1022
Length73 km (45 mi)
Basin size606 km2 (234 sq mi)
Basin features
ProgressionPrutDanubeBlack Sea

The Elan is a right tributary of the river Prut in Romania. It discharges into the Prut near Vădeni, on the border with Moldova. Its length is 73 km (45 mi) and its basin size is 606 km2 (234 sq mi).