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Put-in VA

Put-in

Elk Creek, East Fork - First bridge to second bridge (VA)

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Gauge Conditions
James River at Bedford DAM near Major, VA Upstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

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

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put-in
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Put-in rapid features a technical entry with a tight line between two large midstream boulders that create a powerful recirculating hole on river right. Paddlers must execute a precise angle and strong initial ferry to avoid getting pushed into the hole, with a recommended center-left approach that requires quick eddy turns and momentum. Consistent medium water levels around 2.5-3 feet on the gauge provide the most manageable descent, with higher flows increasing the rapid's complexity and hazard potential.
Location
Type
Put-in
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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First bridge to second bridge
Elk Creek, East Fork
III-IV 1.3 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater