Is the New River dam release?
An extra hour of release is scheduled for Sep 17th-19th. Bridge Day is Oct 15th….2022 Whitewater Schedule of Releases. (Updated May 2, 2022)
Dates | Times | Flow |
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Oct 7-9 | 9:30-3:30 | 800 |
Oct 15-16 | 9:30-3:30 | 800 |
Oct 22-23 | 9:30-3:30 | 800 |
Oct 28-30 | 9:30-3:30 | 1000 |
What is the New River Dries?
The New River Dries (or just The Dries) is a 5.5-mile stretch of the river that is rarely paddled — though highly coveted among whitewater paddlers. However, until recently, this secluded section remained mostly obscured and seemingly lost to history.
What is the oldest river in the US?
New River
Summary of the 6 Oldest Rivers in the United States
Rank | River | Age |
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1 | New River | 260-325 million years old |
2 | Susquehanna River | 260-325 million years old |
3 | French Broad River | 320-340 million years old |
4 | Colorado River | 75 million years old |
Where does the new river end?
Kanawha RiverNew River / Mouth
What is the cleanest river in WV?
The Cacapon River
The Cacapon River, above the wastewater plant outlet, is said to be one of the cleanest rivers in West Virginia.
What is the widest river in West Virginia?
Kanawha River | |
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Country | United States |
State | West Virginia |
Counties | Fayette, Kanawha, Putnam, Mason |
Physical characteristics |
What is the only river in the US that flows north?
The New River is unique among North Carolina rivers for several reasons. It is believed to be the only major river in the United States to flow north.