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Burrell's Ford Bridge

American Whitewater 34.9743, -83.1162

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Gauge Conditions

Chattooga River at Burrells Ford, near Pine Mtn, GA Downstream Primary

Runnable: 225.0 – 1,500.0 CFS

Due to an arbitrary decision by the Forest Service, the river is not boatable unless the river has previously exceeded 350 cfs the same day.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

At Burrell's Ford Bridge, the Chattooga River constricts through a technical boulder garden with multiple potential lines, requiring precise boat placement and strong maneuvering skills. Paddlers must navigate a series of offset rocks and potential undercut hazards, with the primary challenge being a tight sequence of drops that can quickly develop hydraulic features depending on water level. Scout carefully from river right and be prepared for quick direction changes to avoid potential pin or entrapment zones.