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Bethel Bridge On County Road 6174 To Confluence With Duck River river run

Tennessee/Snoflo:/Feature, USA Buffalo River 46.0 mi long Class III
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 Bethel Bridge On County Road 6174 To  Confluence With Duck River -- Tennessee/Snoflo:/Feature paddle run
Bethel Bridge On County Road 6174 To Confluence With Duck River Tennessee/Snoflo:/Feature · Buffalo River
About this run

Bethel Bridge On County Road 6174 To Confluence With Duck River

The Whitewater River run along the Bethel Bridge on County Road 6174 to the confluence with Duck River in Tennessee is an exciting and challenging adventure for experienced kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this segment of the river is between 300-500 cfs, which provides the best water level for navigating the rapids and avoiding obstacles. The class rating for this river run ranges from Class III to IV, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced paddlers.

The segment mileage from the Bethel Bridge to the confluence with Duck River is approximately 8.5 miles, providing a thrilling and scenic journey for paddlers. Some of the notable rapids and obstacles include the "Bethel Drop" and the "Graveyard," which offer exhilarating drops and challenging maneuvers.

Specific regulations to the area include a permit requirement for overnight camping at the put-in and take-out areas. Additionally, all paddlers should wear appropriate safety gear, including helmets and personal flotation devices, and should be aware of potential hazards such as strainers and undercuts.

StateTennessee/Snoflo:/Feature
RiverBuffalo River
Run length46.0 mi
ClassIII
Elevation527 ft
Current flow--
Percent of normal59%
StreamgageUSGS 03604000
Latitude35.5947°
Longitude-87.8383°
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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Deep dive

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.

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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 Bethel Bridge On County Road 6174 To Confluence With Duck 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 Bethel Bridge On County Road 6174 To Confluence With Duck 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 Bethel Bridge On County Road 6174 To Confluence With Duck River

What's the optimal flow for Bethel Bridge On County Road 6174 To Confluence With Duck 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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