Last Updated | 2024-09-23 |
River Levels | 98 cfs (0.84 ft) |
Percent of Normal | 50% |
Status | |
Class Level | ii-iii |
Elevation | ft |
Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
Gauge Height | ft |
Reporting Streamgage |
USGS 02330450 |
The Whitewater River Run from Martin Branch Bridge to Robertsontown Bridge on GA Highway 356 is a popular destination for paddlers in Georgia. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 500 and 2000 cfs, with higher flows providing more challenging rapids. This segment is rated as a Class II-III run, with several notable rapids and obstacles including Horseshoe Falls, Pinball, and S-Turn.
The segment covers a distance of approximately 6.5 miles, with the run taking between 2 and 3 hours to complete. It is important to note that the run ends at Robertsontown Bridge, and paddlers should not continue downstream as the river becomes more dangerous and contains several Class IV-V rapids.
There are no specific regulations to this area, but paddlers should practice Leave No Trace principles and be respectful of private property along the riverbanks. It is also recommended that paddlers wear appropriate safety gear, including a helmet and personal flotation device.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run from Martin Branch Bridge to Robertsontown Bridge on GA Highway 356 is a fun and challenging paddle for intermediate to advanced paddlers. It is important to check the streamflow and weather conditions before embarking on this run, and to be aware of the potential hazards and obstacles along the way.