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Access Site WV

Put In - Dam # 4

Potomac River

Source: american_whitewater Updated 3 months ago

City: WV
County: Washington
Type: Whitewater Put In
Location: 39.49529800, -77.82641500
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Location
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Whitewater Run
I Put-in Potomac - 0.5 Dam # 4 to Shepherdstown WV
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Current Conditions
-- • 2.70-7.50 ft
Potomac River at Hancock, MD
About This Access Site
Put In - Dam #4 is a whitewater access point located on the Potomac River in Washington County, West Virginia. This site serves as a launching point for paddlers looking to run whitewater sections of the Potomac. The coordinates place this access near the dam structure, which creates distinctive water conditions and features typical of dam pool areas. Paddlers should be aware of their skill level and the specific water conditions on the day of their visit, as whitewater sections can vary significantly based on water release schedules and seasonal flow rates.