Gauge Conditions

Dolores River near Bedrock, Co. Downstream Primary

Runnable: 800.0 – 5,000.0 CFS

These flows are for rafts - other crafts may enjoy flows outside this range (See Dolores 2011 Flow-Evaluation Report for more information).

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Madame Curie Rapid features a technical center-channel descent with moderate boulder obstacles that require precise maneuvering. The rapid presents a series of reactive waves and potential hydraulics along the main flow, with the most straightforward line tracking just right of center while avoiding a prominent mid-stream rock cluster. Paddlers should maintain momentum and be prepared for potential lateral waves that can quickly redirect watercraft.