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Access Site KS

Tuttle Creek-Redbud

Big Blue River Big Blue River

Source: kansas_department_of_wildlife__parks_and_tourism Updated 1 year ago

City: Olsburg, KS
County: Riley County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 39.53905556, -96.61983333
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About This Access Site
Tuttle Creek-Redbud is a boat ramp access point on the Big Blue River near Olsburg in Riley County, Kansas. The Big Blue River is a major waterway with a stream order of 8, indicating it is a significant river system comparable in classification to major rivers. The river at this location has an average flow of approximately 2,741 cubic feet per second with an average velocity of 4.35 feet per second, suggesting a moderate current that paddlers should be prepared for.

The Big Blue River drainage basin covers 8,817 square miles and features a gradual average slope of 2.4 feet per mile. This access point is located well upstream from the river's confluence with the Kansas River, approximately 2,047 miles from the ultimate mouth of the system. The elevation at this location is part of a river system that drops 561 meters from source to mouth, providing varied water conditions throughout its length.

Boaters and paddlers using this access should be aware of the river's moderate current and plan accordingly. The Big Blue River supports various types of recreational boating, though specific details about parking, facilities, or amenities at this particular access site are not documented in the available data.