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South Branch Potomac River

Virginia • 38.8883, -79.0583
Length
139 mi
224 km
Elevation
3,540′ → 521′
3,019 ft drop
Stream Order
6
Large River
Slope
0.41%
21.7 ft/mi
Drainage
1,479 mi²
3,832 km²
Avg Flow
1,858 cfs
2.0 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
512 mi
824 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
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Access Sites on South Branch Potomac River

There are 43 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on South Branch Potomac River.