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Put-in NY

Put In

Grass - 2. Downerville to Russell (NY)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
West Branch Oswegatchie River near Harrisville NY Downstream Primary
Runnable: 400.0 – 4,000.0 CFS

The USGS gauge on the Oswegatchie in Harrisville provides an "approximation". The benchmarks below have many variables, so proper assessment is necessary

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Put In rapid marks the start of the Downerville to Russell section, offering paddlers an immediate entry into the river's flow. While specific details are limited, the rapid likely presents initial navigational challenges that set the tone for the downstream run. Paddlers should be prepared for potential technical maneuvers and maintain situational awareness from the moment they enter the water.
Location

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
3.0 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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2. Downerville to Russell
Grass
I-II 2.7 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater