Piss Pot Island, River island in Hampshire County, West Virginia, US.
Description
Piss Pot Island is a river formation in the South Branch of the Potomac River in West Virginia. The island sits surrounded by American sycamores and silver maples, with Mill Creek joining the river along its western shore and Wergman Run entering from the northeast.
History
The island appeared on the first detailed map of Virginia and Maryland created by Joshua Fry and Peter Jefferson in 1751. Its documented presence on this early map shows it has been a recognized geographic feature for centuries.
Culture
The Williams family, residing at the nearby Sycamore Dale plantation house, maintains ownership of this natural formation in the Potomac River.
Practical
The island can be viewed from the Romney Bridge or the Northwestern Turnpike. Local fishermen access it directly through the river.
Did you know?
Mill Creek flows into the South Branch along the western shore of the island, while Wergman Run enters the river on the northeastern side.
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