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Take-out CA

Take-out

American, Middle Fork - French Meadows Dam to Interbay (CA)

Monitor this Rapid

Gauge Conditions

MF American River a French Meadows CA Upstream Primary

Runnable: ? – ? CFS

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

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

CDEC Flow Data California

AMERICAN RIVER OXB Primary

Elevation: 1,070 ft

AMERICAN RIVER LON

Elevation: 6,410 ft

AMERICAN RIVER BIL Dam Release

Elevation: 6,400 ft

Data from California Data Exchange Center (CDEC)

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Take-out rapid marks the end of the Middle Fork American River run, characterized by a straightforward exit point with minimal technical challenges. Paddlers should be aware of potential debris and shifting water levels that can impact the takeout logistics, and should carefully scout the area to ensure a safe and efficient exit from the river.