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Take-out IL

Take Out

Des Plaines - a) Wheeling, Dam #1 (Removed) (PnP) (IL)

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Gauge Conditions
Des Plaines River near Des Plaines, IL Downstream Primary
Runnable: 150.0 – 800.0 CFS

Relatively low flows. We have no information on whether any play now exists at these flows. Help your fellow paddlers with a comment or report.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Take Out is a remnant rapid site at the former dam location, now characterized by flat water and minimal technical features. Paddlers should be aware of potential debris or underwater obstructions from the removed dam structure, and exercise caution when navigating this section of the Des Plaines River. The area is primarily of historical interest rather than offering any significant whitewater challenge.
Location
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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a) Wheeling, Dam #1 (Removed) (PnP)
Des Plaines
I-II 0.2 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater