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The Confluence With Scarsborough Creek To The Confluence With The Escatawpa River river run

Alabama, USA Brushy Creek 8.0 mi long Class II-III
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 The Confluence With Scarsborough Creek
 To  The Confluence With The Escatawpa River
 -- Alabama paddle run
The Confluence With Scarsborough Creek To The Confluence With The Escatawpa River Alabama · Brushy Creek
About this run

The Confluence With Scarsborough Creek To The Confluence With The Escatawpa River

The Whitewater River Run, from the Confluence with Scarsborough Creek to the Confluence with the Escatawpa River in Alabama, is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 250 and 500 cubic feet per second (cfs). The segment mileage of this run is approximately 10 miles, with a class rating of II-III, meaning that the rapids are moderate to difficult with some obstacles.

The river rapids and obstacles in this segment include Class II rapids such as Little Ugly, Big Ugly, and S-Turn. The Class III rapids include The Ledge, The Gorge, and The Narrows. The river also has several obstacles such as undercut rocks, strainers, and log jams, which add to the challenge and excitement of the run.

There are specific regulations to the area that include obtaining a permit to access the river. The permit costs $5 per person and can be obtained online or at the river access point. Additionally, there are restrictions on the number of people allowed on the river at any given time, and all visitors must adhere to Leave No Trace principles.

In conclusion, the Whitewater River Run is a challenging and exciting destination for kayakers and rafters. With a moderate to difficult Class II-III rating, this run offers a variety of rapids and obstacles to navigate. Visitors must obtain a permit and follow specific regulations, including Leave No Trace principles, to ensure the preservation of this beautiful natural area.
StateAlabama
RiverBrushy Creek
Run length8.0 mi
ClassII-III
Elevation140 ft
Current flow--
Percent of normal158%
StreamgageUSGS 02479945
Latitude30.9596°
Longitude-88.4589°
Detailed forecast

Plan your run down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.

TimeConditionTemp (°F)Snow (in)Rain (in)Humidity (%)Wind (mps)Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.

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Regional flow

Regional streamflow levels

USGS streamgauges around The Confluence With Scarsborough Creek To The Confluence With The Escatawpa River -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.

Whitewater safety

Check the flow before you run
Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
Know your skill ceiling
Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
Wear the right gear
Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
Scout, set safety, and run with a team
Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
Respect the river
Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.

Set push alerts in the Snoflo app

Save The Confluence With Scarsborough Creek To The Confluence With The Escatawpa River as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.

FAQ

About The Confluence With Scarsborough Creek To The Confluence With The Escatawpa River

What's the optimal flow for The Confluence With Scarsborough Creek To The Confluence With The Escatawpa River ?

The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.

How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?

The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.

What's the whitewater class?

See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.

Where do I put in / take out?

Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.

Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?

Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.

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Manage alerts in the Snoflo app

Custom push alerts are configured in the iOS app -- favorite this run, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me at 600 cfs"), and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.

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