* WHAT...Heavy snow likely above 5000 feet. Total snow accumulations of up to 12 to 18 inches, with up to 2 feet at the highest peaks. Minor accumulations of up to 2 inches possible down to 4500 feet. Southwest winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Sierra (El Dorado-Amador) Above 5000 ft, Lassen Volcanic NP, Sierra (Cal-Tuo) Above 5000 ft, Sierra (Sierra-Placer) Above 5000 ft, and Sierra (Tehama-Plumas) Above 3000 ft Counties. * WHEN...From 2 AM Tuesday to 5 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday and Wednesday commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels initially 6000 to 7000 feet tonight, lowering to 5500 to 6500 feet Tuesday, and down to 4500 to 5500 feet Wednesday. Heaviest snowfall expected Tuesday afternoon and evening with snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour.
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The Whitewater River run, located in the state of California, stretches from one-tenth of a mile upstream of Crabtree Trailhead to 0.15 miles downstream of Road 4N26B.
The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 250-600 cubic feet per second (cfs), with higher flows occurring in the spring and early summer due to snowmelt.
This run is classified as Class IV-V, meaning it is only suitable for expert paddlers. The segment mileage for this run is approximately 2.5 miles, with several challenging rapids and obstacles such as the Toilet Bowl and The Maze. Due to the high difficulty level, it is recommended that paddlers have prior experience and knowledge of whitewater navigation techniques.
Specific regulations to the area include a permit requirement for overnight camping, as well as restrictions on campfires and other potential environmental impacts. Additionally, the use of personal flotation devices is mandatory for all paddlers.
Sources such as American Whitewater and the US Forest Service were consulted for accuracy in compiling this information. It is important to note that due to the dynamic nature of water and weather conditions, paddlers should always exercise caution and prepare accordingly before embarking on any whitewater run.
| Last Updated | |
| River Levels | 1 cfs ( ft) |
| Percent of Normal | +100% |
| Optimal Range | 250-600 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | iv-v |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11277100 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Pine Valley Horse Camp
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Crabtree Camp
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Pinecrest
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Pinecrest Campground
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Meadowview Campground
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Meadowview
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One-Tenth Mile Upstream Of Crabtree Trailhead To 0.15 Mile Downstream Of Road 4N26B
Bell Creek Headwaters To One-Tenth Mile Upstream Of Crabtree Trailhead
Lilly Creek (Source At Chewing Gum Lake And Y Meadow Lake) To One-Tenth Mile Downstream Of Coffin Hollow
One-Tenth Mile Downstream Of Coffin Hollow To Confluence With Bell Creek And Clavey River
0.15 Mile Downstream From Road 4N26B To Confluence With Lilly Creek
Clavey River At Confluence Of Bell And Lily Creeks To 3N01