Gauge Conditions

South Fork Cumberland River near Stearns, KY Downstream Primary

Runnable: 3,000.0 – 9,000.0 CFS

Likely too low. (Visual inspection is required.)

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Once around the portage, there is a brief stretch of boogie leading into Squeaker. This 6 foot ledge drop forms a strong, chundersome hydraulic, particularly on the right side. The right side is also backed up by a nasty looking undercut and sieve combo. Left of center is where you want to be on this one. Don't forget to boof. At 12" this drop is in the III+ range while at 22" this is a very solid IV. Set safety on the left below the drop.