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Rapid MI

end of upper gradient

Dead - McClure Dam to Forestville Rd. (6.9 miles) (MI)

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Gauge Conditions
Dead River at Marquette, MI Downstream Primary
Runnable: 6.4 – 10.0 FT

Almost certainly too low. (Barely baseline flows.)

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
end of upper gradient
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
This section of the Dead River below McClure Dam lacks definitive rapid characteristics, with limited gradient and potentially inconsistent water levels. Paddlers should expect minimal technical challenges and assess river conditions carefully before attempting this stretch, as the lack of a clear difficulty rating suggests variable navigability.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.9 mi
Directions
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McClure Dam to Forestville Rd. (6.9 miles)
Dead
IV-V+ 6.6 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater