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Put-in WV

Put In

Cheat - 3. Jenkinsburg Bridge to Cheat Lake (WV)

Monitor this Rapid

Gauge Conditions

Cheat River at Albright, WV Upstream Primary

Runnable: 11.1 – 13.3 FT

This corresponds roughly with a range of 0.7 - 3.0 at the Rte. 26 bridge in Albright.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

The Put In rapid marks the start of the lower Cheat River section, featuring a straightforward entry with minimal technical challenges. Paddlers should be aware of potential debris and shifting riverbed conditions, especially during varying water levels, and maintain a clean line through the initial drop.