Put In

Put In is a whitewater put-in access point on Little Rock Creek in Madison County, Missouri. Little Rock Creek is a medium-sized river system with a total length of 33.52 miles and a moderate gradient of 8 feet per mile on average. The stream order of 4 indicates this is an established waterway suitable for paddling, though it remains relatively close to its headwaters. The creek drops 268 feet in elevation over its course, creating the potential for moving water conditions that paddlers should be prepared for.

With an average flow of 33.53 cubic feet per second and velocity of 1.06 feet per second, Little Rock Creek offers moderate water conditions. The drainage area of 95 square miles suggests a watershed with reasonable water volume during normal conditions. Paddlers using this put-in should be aware that whitewater conditions can vary seasonally, and water levels may fluctuate based on recent rainfall. The 8 feet per mile gradient indicates this creek is better suited for paddlers with some experience, though specific rapid information would be needed to determine exact difficulty ratings for the section accessed from this put-in.