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Portage WV

Low-water Bridge

Lost - 2. WV 55 Bridge 3.7 miles above Wardensville to WV 259 Bridge below Wardensville (WV)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
Waites Run near Wardensville, WV Downstream Primary
Runnable: 55.0 – 250.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Low-water Bridge
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Low-water Bridge is a mandatory portage due to an impassable bridge structure spanning the Lost River. Paddlers must exit their boats and carry around the obstruction, carefully navigating the terrain and potential hazards near the bridge. Exact portage conditions can vary with water levels, so scouting and careful route-finding are essential.
Location
Type
Portage
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
4.1 mi
Directions
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2. WV 55 Bridge 3.7 miles above Wardensville to WV 259 Bridge below Wardensville
Lost
II-III(IV) 7.1 mi
Portage recommended — Scout before running and consider carrying around this feature.
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater