Jez Kozlov
Jez Kozlov is a weir on the Otava River (river km 68.2) in the South Bohemian Region, near Střelské Hoštice. Despite its construction, it is not navigable for boats due to a dangerous rocky field below, requiring paddlers to portage on the left bank.

📜 Jez Kozlov is a weir on the Otava River (river km 68.2) in the South Bohemian Region.
⚠️ It is not navigable due to a dangerous rocky field below, requiring portaging.

Why Go

🏞️ Experience the Otava River in the picturesque South Bohemian Region
🚶‍♀️ Easy 35-meter portage on the left bank
👀 Observe the unique construction of the weir with its sloping spillway

Why Avoid

🚫 Not navigable for boats due to sharp boulders and rocky field below
☠️ Risk of injury and damage to vessels if attempting to navigate
⛔ "Koníčkování" (lowering boats by rope) is not recommended

📍 Location Details

🗺️ Situated at river kilometer 68.2, near Střelské Hoštice in the Strakonice District.
⬆️ Elevation: 414 meters above sea level.
📏 Weir height: 120 cm.
🌊 Features a sluice gate (vorová propust) in the middle.
🚧 Banks above and below the weir are concrete dams.

Portaging

➡️ Portaging is required on the left bank.
🚶‍♀️ Distance for portaging is 35 meters and is described as easy.
🛑 A stopping point above the weir is available on the left.

Safety

🚨 Crew rescue using a thrown rope is possible during high water (VV).
🩹 For low (MV) and medium (SV) water, self-rescue is usually sufficient.

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weirriveroutdoorwater sportsOtava Rivernon-navigableportagingSouth Bohemian Region