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Take-out WV

Take Out

Potomac, S. Branch - 3. Ruddle near Buffalo Run confluence to US 220 bridge north of Upper Tract (WV)

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Gauge Conditions
South Branch Potomac River at Franklin, WV Upstream Primary
Runnable: 2.6 – 4.6 FT
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Take Out rapid at the confluence of Buffalo Run on the Potomac's South Branch presents a complex riverbed with scattered boulder gardens and potential pin hazards. Paddlers should carefully scout the rapid, paying close attention to the river's flow and potential obstructions, particularly during low water conditions when exposed rocks can create technical navigation challenges.
Location

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Put In Rapid N/A
Put In
0.0 mi
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
8.0 mi
Directions
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3. Ruddle near Buffalo Run confluence to US 220 bridge north of Upper Tract
Potomac, S. Branch
I-II 7.7 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater