Archibald Pothole -Archibald Pothole State Park, PA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member ripraff
N 41° 30.731 W 075° 34.468
18T E 452062 N 4595776
This glacial pothole is in Archibald Pothole State Park. It is free and open to the public. There is parking at the site.
Waymark Code: WMVVD9
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 05/28/2017
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member RakeInTheCache
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This pothole was formed during the Wisconsin Glacial Period. Melting glacial water caused gravel and rock fragments to swirl and form the pothole.

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"The pothole is 38 feet deep and has an elliptical shape. The diameter of the pothole decreases downward. The largest diameter is 42 feet by 24 feet. At the bottom it is 17 feet by 14 feet. The pothole has a volume of about 18,600 cubic feet, so could hold about 140,000 gallons. "
Waymark is confirmed to be publicly accessible: yes

Requires a high clearance vehicle to visit.: no

Requires 4x4 vehicle to visit.: no

Public Transport available: no

Website reference: [Web Link]

Parking Coordinates: Not Listed

Access fee (In local currency): Not Listed
Visit Instructions:
No specific requirements, just have fun visiting the waymark.
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