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Access Site GA

Sprewell Bluff East Wildlife Management Area

Flint River Flint River

Source: georgia_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

City: GA
County: Upson
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 32.85357393, -84.48059834
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Whitewater Runs on Flint River
1 run
Difficulty Classes
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About This Access Site
Sprewell Bluff East Wildlife Management Area provides boat access to the Flint River, a significant Georgia waterway classified as a large river with substantial flow. The Flint River at this location features an average flow of over 9000 cubic feet per second with a moderate gradient of 2.4 feet per mile, creating conditions typical of a flowing river system rather than a slack-water impoundment. Boaters should be aware that the river maintains a consistent average velocity of 3.78 feet per second, which can influence paddling and motorboat operations depending on water conditions and seasonal variations.

The access point is located in Upson County within a Wildlife Management Area designation, which typically indicates management for fish and wildlife conservation. The Flint River at this location is approximately 452 miles from the river mouth, making it part of the river's middle section with established channel characteristics. The surrounding landscape and water conditions reflect the transition zone of the Flint River system.

Paddlers and boaters using this access should plan trips with consideration for the river's flow characteristics and current conditions. The Wildlife Management Area status means regulations and access rules specific to Georgia Department of Natural Resources should be verified before visiting. Water conditions can vary seasonally with the river's average discharge of 9005 cubic feet per second.