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Access Site GA

Put In

Source: american_whitewater Updated 6 months ago
City: GA
County: Murray
Type: Whitewater Put In
Location: 34.89199800, -84.66519900
Air Temp: --

Location

Interactive access map Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions

Whitewater Run

III-V+ Put-in Mill Creek - Cohuttas - Along Mill Creek Rd.
200 ft/mi
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Current Conditions

Whitewater Runs on Mill Creek

1 run

Difficulty Classes

I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
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Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Mill Creek is a medium-sized whitewater stream located in Murray County, Georgia, spanning 14 miles with a total elevation drop of 195 feet. This is a headwater stream near its source, characterized by a moderate gradient of 13.9 feet per mile and an average flow of about 91 cubic feet per second. The Put In access point provides entry to a section of water suitable for paddling pursuits.

The creek's average velocity of 1.28 feet per second and stream order classification indicate moderate flow conditions typical of a small to medium river system. Paddlers should be prepared for moving water and potential current throughout their journey. The drainage area of 118 square miles provides consistent water volume, though flow conditions may vary seasonally.

Paddle this section with awareness of the gradient and current speed. The whitewater classification suggests moving water conditions that would be suitable for paddlers with some experience in current. Always check local conditions before launching and be prepared for the water temperature and flow characteristics typical of a headwater Georgia stream.