W. Avon Road (at Livernois) to E. Avon Road (Yates Dam) (5 miles)
Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 200.0 – 2,000.0 CFS
Likely low/scrapey flow. We need your input! Please add comment or report about best flows here!
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
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Description
Mostly a swiftwater in-town float, but there are a couple good rips and (at some flows) a few surfable waves.
Be very aware of the dam at Yates, which should be portaged by most paddlers at most flows. This is a classic 'killer low-head dam', and has killed unwary paddlers who underestimated the recirculating backwash. Beware of strainers also.
Hazards & Portages (1)
Caution: The following locations may require scouting or portaging. Always check current conditions.
Difficulty
Class I(II)
Length
4.7 mi
Gradient
16 ft/mi
Rapids
0
1 Portage
Access Points
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
American Whitewater