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Back Creek

Maryland • 39.3938, -78.1647
Length
167 mi
269 km
Elevation
1,949′ → 361′
1,589 ft drop
Stream Order
5
Medium River
Slope
0.18%
9.5 ft/mi
Drainage
274 mi²
709 km²
Avg Flow
259 cfs
1.7 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
488 mi
785 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
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Access Sites on Back Creek

There are 12 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Back Creek.