East Juliette Dam To Georgia State Highway 18 river run
East Juliette Dam To Georgia State Highway 18
The Whitewater River Run East Juliette Dam to Georgia State Highway 18 is a popular destination for kayaking and rafting enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this section is between 500-1000 cfs, as lower flows may result in scraping on rocks and higher flows may be too dangerous. The segment mileage is approximately 7.5 miles, and the class rating ranges from II-III depending on the water level.
The specific river rapids and obstacles on this section include the Juliette Dam, which requires portaging, as well as numerous rocks and boulder gardens. One notable rapid is the "Hydraulic Ledge," which can be challenging at higher flows.
There are specific regulations to the area, including a required permit from Georgia Power for access to the river. Additionally, all boaters must wear a personal flotation device and have a whistle on them, and the consumption of alcohol on the river is prohibited.
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.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
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.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around East Juliette Dam To Georgia State Highway 18 -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Falling Creek Near Juliette | 6 cfs | → |
| Ocmulgee River At Macon | 671 cfs | → |
| Tobesofkee Creek Near Macon | 6 cfs | → |
| Ocmulgee River Near Jackson | 433 cfs | → |
| Murder Creek Below Eatonton | 35 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Eatonton | 36 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Boat launches
- Popes Ferry Landing
- Lake Juliette Day Use Area And Boat Ramp
- Round Oak-Juliette Road Monroe County
- Riverbend Trail Macon
- Macon
Other river runs
- Georgia State Highway 16 To East Juliette Dam
- Lloyd Shoals Dam On Lake Jackson To Georgia State Highway 16
- Nf Boundary To Glenwood Springs/Lake Sinclair
- The Western Jenkins County Line To The I-95 Bridge Crossing
- Steven's Creek Crossing Sc Highway 21 To Steven's Creek Crossing Sc Highway 88
Campgrounds
- Dames Ferry County Park
- Claystone County Park
- Gladesville Campground
- Central City Park - State Fairgrounds
- Arrowhead County Park
- Rush Creek Campground
Fishing spots
- Lake Tobesofkee
- Miller Creek Lake Recreation Area
- Indian Springs State Park Lake
- High Falls Lake
- Jackson Lake
- Lake Sinclair
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 East Juliette Dam To Georgia State Highway 18 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.
About East Juliette Dam To Georgia State Highway 18
What's the optimal flow for East Juliette Dam To Georgia State Highway 18?
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.
Other runs near here
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of East Juliette Dam To Georgia State Highway 18.