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Access Site TX

Highway 249 Bridge

Spring Creek

Source: texas_parks_and_wildlife_department Updated 1 year ago

City: TX
County: Montgomery
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 30.11943990, -95.64559762
Air Temp: --
Location
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Whitewater Runs on Spring Creek
1 run
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Highway 249 Bridge provides vehicle access to Spring Creek, a medium-sized river (Stream Order 5) flowing through Montgomery County. Spring Creek offers moderate paddling conditions with an average flow of 51.9 cubic feet per second and a velocity of 2.01 feet per second. The river features a notable gradient of 31.1 feet per mile, indicating some current and occasional moving water that paddlers should be prepared for.

This 21.35-mile waterway drains an area of 385 square miles and offers exploration opportunities through varying elevations across the creek's length. Boaters, kayakers, and canoeists should be aware that the access point is located at the Highway 249 Bridge crossing in Montgomery County. Given the river's moderate gradient and flow characteristics, paddlers should have basic river experience and be comfortable with moving water. Before launching, check current water conditions and weather forecasts, as the creek's flow can vary seasonally.