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Access Site WI

Highway 59 Bridge

Rock River

Source: u_s__geological_survey Updated 1 year ago

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City: Edgerton, WI
County: Rock County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.83056823, -89.02263828
712 E State Rd 59, Edgerton, WI 53534, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Rock River at Newville, WI Same River 0.1 mi away
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Rock River at Fort Atkinson, WI Same River 11.5 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Rock River
2 runs (1 nearby)
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
III Upstream from here (4.9 mi from take-out) Indianford / Janesville Dams (PnP)
0.1 mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
II-III+ 260 mi away Worm Lake outlet to Sturgeon River (9.1 miles)
8.3 mi 69 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Highway 59 Bridge boat ramp provides public access to the Rock River, a major waterway flowing through Rock County near Edgerton, Wisconsin. This is a significant river suitable for various watercraft, with an average flow of approximately 8,774 cubic feet per second and a mild average gradient of 1 foot per mile, making it generally navigable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. The Rock River is a major stream (classified as Stream Order 8) spanning nearly 299 miles across a 9,976 square-mile drainage area.

**Important Note:** This area is subject to speed restrictions. No-Wake Speed is mandatory from 100 feet west of Interstate 90 to 1,500 feet east of the Newville Bridge (Highway 59), so expect slower speeds near this access point. The moderate current (average 4.49 feet/second) and substantial water volume make this suitable for paddlers with varying skill levels, though awareness of river conditions and regulations is essential.

For current information about amenities, hours of operation, and any additional access details, consult the Wisconsin DNR boat access website at dnr.wi.gov/topic/Lands/boataccess/, which maintains a comprehensive listing of public landings throughout the state.