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Put-in WV

Put In

Sleepy Creek - 1. CR 13 near Smith Crossroads to CR 9 near Meadow Branch confluence · WV

American Whitewater 39.5668, -78.2262

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Gauge Conditions

Back Creek near Jones Springs, WV Downstream Primary
Runnable: 325.0 – 10,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Put In
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Description

Put In rapid marks the starting point for this river section, featuring a straightforward entry with minimal technical challenges. Paddlers should be aware of potential submerged rocks near the shoreline and maintain a clean line through the initial water flow. While not a highly complex rapid, careful approach and standard river reading skills are recommended.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
12.3 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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1. CR 13 near Smith Crossroads to CR 9 near Meadow Branch confluence
Sleepy Creek
I-II(III) 13.7 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater