[2] The source of the river lies in the mountains to the southeast of Herat.

The river flows for about 394 kilometres (245 mi) into the Hamun Lake.

[3] Along its course are various canals for irrigation, particularly in the plains of Sabzvar and Anardarah.

The Khushkek River enters the Harut.

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