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Rapid MA Class III+

Gorge rapids

Farmington, W. Branch - 2. New Boston (MA)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
West Branch Farmington River near New Boston, MA Downstream Primary
Runnable: 4.0 – 7.0 FT

The fall release level is around 3.8 feet which is very low. If the low end was marked higher then the AW listing would indicate that the river was too low.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Gorge rapids
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
A series of 3 to 4 foot ledges closely spaced. Mostly boat scoutable by experienced paddlers. When the level exceeds 450 cfs you may want to scout from shore if you are not familiar with this section.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class III+
Mile Marker
0.3 mi
Directions
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2. New Boston
Farmington, W. Branch
III 2.9 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater