Dangers of the Potomac River

The Potomac River is a hazardous force that deserves our constant respect. The 22 mile section of the river from Georgetown to Seneca has 4 dangerous areas that are unsafe for any type of water related recreation including boating, canoeing, fishing, swimming, waiting for rock hopping. Do not enter the water. This warning applies to the river areas around Washington Aqueduct Dam, Great Falls, Little Falls Dam, and Little Falls Rapids. Serious and often fatal accidents occur at these locations every year.