...WIDESPREAD WINTER WEATHER AND WIND IMPACTS... .A series of cold fronts will move through the Northern Rockies bringing wind and snow impacts beginning as early as late tonight into Friday morning. Snow squalls are possible in west-central and southwest Montana late Friday night into early Saturday morning. A push of Arctic air will move westward across the Continental Divide on Saturday bringing another uptick and change in direction of winds with much colder temperatures to follow. * WHAT...Snow expected. There is a likelihood of moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters, Pierce, and Elk River. * WHEN...From 7 AM Friday to 1 PM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE winter weather impacts, expect disruptions to normal activities. Hazardous traveling conditions. Use extra caution while driving. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes, especially over higher passes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There is the potential for a rapid freeze up of wet or slushy surfaces with much colder air moving into the area on Saturday.
The Cedar Creek to Adair Creek segment of the Whitewater River in Idaho is approximately 11 miles long and is rated as a Class III+ to IV run with a recommended ideal streamflow range of 1,000 to 3,000 cubic feet per second.
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This segment of the river features several rapids and obstacles, including the "Devil's Tooth" rapid, a steep and technical Class IV drop, and the "Jaws" rapid, a narrow and rocky channel with multiple obstacles.
The Cedar Creek to Adair Creek segment is managed by the Bureau of Land Management and requires a free permit for all river users. There are regulations in place to protect cultural and natural resources, including a ban on camping within 200 feet of the river and restrictions on fires.
In addition to the Class III+ to IV rapids, this section of the Whitewater River is known for its scenic beauty, with towering rock formations, lush vegetation, and abundant wildlife. It is recommended that only experienced paddlers attempt this run, as the rapids and obstacles can be challenging and potentially dangerous at higher streamflow levels.
| Last Updated | 2025-12-08 |
| River Levels | 4300 cfs (8.36 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 135% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii+-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13340600 |