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Access Site KY

Old Lock & Dam #50

Ohio River

Source: kentucky_department_of_fish_and_wildlife_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Weston, KY
County: Crittenden County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 37.46709542, -88.09166773
FW85+R8 Weston, KY, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Ohio River at Old Shawneetown, IL-KY Same River 15.8 mi away
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Ohio River at DAM 51 at Golconda, IL Same River 22.7 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Ohio River
1 run
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
I(II) 169 mi away Falls of the Ohio - Lower (PnP)
0.5 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Located in Weston, Kentucky, on the Ohio River, Old Lock & Dam #50 offers a convenient access point for kayakers, canoeists, and recreational boaters. The facility features a double-lane concrete launching ramp with approximately 50 parking spaces, making it suitable for both trailered boats and hand-launched watercraft. Amenities include a picnic shelter and courtesy dock for user convenience.

Boaters should be aware of the nearby lock and dam infrastructure, which can affect water conditions and navigation in this area. This section of the Ohio River accommodates recreational boating traffic, and paddlers should exercise caution when launching or approaching the dam structure. The site's solid parking and facilities make it a practical choice for day trips and longer paddling excursions on the Ohio River.