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Rapid MI

Drainage area ~21 square miles.

Sturgeon, W.Br. (Houghton) - Newberry Rd to S.Laird Rd (5.7 miles) (MI)

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Gauge Conditions
Sturgeon River near Sidnaw, MI Downstream Primary
Runnable: 6.6 – 8.0 FT

Likely too low for areas of gradient to be boatable.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Drainage area ~21 square miles.
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The Sturgeon River's rapid between Newberry and S. Laird Roads presents a challenging stretch through a densely wooded watershed, with potential technical navigation required through multiple tight turns and potential submerged timber. While specific difficulty rating is not provided, paddlers should anticipate potential obstacles and be prepared for quick maneuvering in a relatively narrow 5.7-mile river section with limited visual downstream visibility.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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Newberry Rd to S.Laird Rd (5.7 miles)
Sturgeon, W.Br. (Houghton)
I-IV 4.5 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater