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Put-in CA

Yankee Jim's Bridge

American, North Fork - 4. Yankee Jims Road Bridge to Lake Clementine (CA)

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Gauge Conditions
NF American River a North Fork DAM CA Downstream Primary
Runnable: 500.0 – 5,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
CDEC Flow Data California
AMERICAN RIVER OXB Primary
Elevation: 1,070 ft
Data from California Data Exchange Center (CDEC)
Photo
Yankee Jim's Bridge
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Yankee Jim's Bridge rapid is a challenging section characterized by narrow passages and unpredictable water flow between rocky outcroppings. Paddlers must navigate carefully through tight channels with potential for pinning or undercuts, requiring precise boat control and route selection. During high water, the rapid can become extremely technical, with increased hydraulic features and reduced margin for error.
Location
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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4. Yankee Jims Road Bridge to Lake Clementine
American, North Fork
II-III 9.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater