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Rapid VA Class IV

Corner Rapid

Piney River (Nelson County) - 1.) The "Big Piney" (Alhambra to VA. 827 ['Perkins Mill Rd'] Woodson) (VA)

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Gauge Conditions
Piney River at Piney River, VA Downstream Primary
Runnable: 450.0 – 1,000.0 CFS

400 to 450 is a good guide to minimum flow. The upper range of flow will, of course, vary depending on individual groups' skill level and disposition.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Corner Rapid
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description

Corner Rapid is the most distinct rapid on the run. This picturesque drop is recognizable by the little creek coming in from river left adjacent to the rapid. It comes after passing under the Alhambra bridge, and a few houses on the riverbank.

Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class IV
Mile Marker
0.9 mi
Directions
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1.) The "Big Piney" (Alhambra to VA. 827 ['Perkins Mill Rd'] Woodson)
Piney River (Nelson County)
III-IV 3.5 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater