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The VMI Route 60 Bridge access on the Maury River in Buena Vista provides a launch point on a significant waterway in the Rockbridge County area. The Maury River is a large river system with a drainage area of 838 square miles, flowing with an average velocity of 2.39 feet per second and average flow of approximately 990 cubic feet per second. This section of river has a moderate gradient of 15.2 feet per mile and sits at an elevation of around 209 meters, offering paddlers access to a substantial waterway suitable for various boating activities.
The river's stream order of 6 indicates it is a well-developed channel capable of handling multiple boat types. The access point at the Route 60 Bridge offers a convenient location for launching into the Maury River system. Paddlers and boaters should be prepared for moderate current conditions typical of a river of this size and gradient. The location provides reasonable access in the Buena Vista area with proximity to the bridge infrastructure.