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Rapid VA Class III

Gibson Mill Dam

Indian Creek - Beaver Brk Rd to Powell River Rd (VA)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.

Photo
Gibson Mill Dam
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Gibson Mill Dam presents a technical Class III rapid with a complex boulder garden and multiple hydraulic features created by the remnant dam structure. Paddlers must navigate a tight, technical line through intermittent ledge drops and large scattered rocks, with particular attention required to avoid potential recirculating holes on river left near the old dam foundation. The rapid demands precise boat positioning and strong maneuvering skills, with potential for pin hazards and channel complexity during varying water levels.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class III
Mile Marker
5.8 mi
Directions
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Beaver Brk Rd to Powell River Rd
Indian Creek
I-II(III) 14.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater