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Put-in WV

Put In

Lunice Creek, North Fork - Confluence of Shell Run near Maysville to the confluence of the North Fork and the South Fork near the WV 42 bridge (WV)

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Gauge Conditions
Patterson Creek near Headsville, WV Upstream Primary
Runnable: 800.0 – 5,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Put In rapid at the confluence of Shell Run features a complex entry with multiple channels and potential submerged debris. Paddlers should carefully scout the initial drop and be prepared for shifting water levels that can quickly alter the rapid's character and navigability. While specific difficulty rating is not established, local knowledge and current river conditions are critical for safe passage.
Location

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Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
6.0 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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Confluence of Shell Run near Maysville to the confluence of the North Fork and the South Fork near the WV 42 bridge
Lunice Creek, North Fork
I-III 6.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater