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Rapid IL

Private Bridge

Ferson Creek - St.Charles: Burr Road to Leroy Oaks Forest Preserve (4.7-5.0 miles) (IL)

Monitor this Rapid

Gauge Conditions

Ferson Creek near St. Charles, IL Downstream Primary

Runnable: 70.0 – 600.0 CFS

Too low.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Private Bridge rapid on Ferson Creek features a narrow constriction between bridge abutments that can create unpredictable hydraulics during higher water flows. Paddlers should carefully scout the rapid and be prepared for potential obstructions or debris, as the limited visibility and confined channel can present challenges even at moderate water levels.