Gauge Conditions

East Fork Whitewater River at Abington, IN Downstream Primary

Runnable: 400.0 – 3,200.0 CFS

Almost certainly too low for any whitewater. (Likely under 100 cfs on E.Fk. before Richmond.)

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Aerial view appears to show a riverwide horizon line at this point, most likely a low-head dam. Approach with caution and get out to scout (and most likely portage at most, if not all, water levels). The concern is not about the height of the dam, but the boil-line below it! Pay particular attention to how far downstream from the dam the water boils back and recirculates. Do not even think about running a dam unless you have looked at it very carefully first, and you have someone on shore, with a throw rope, and you all have knowledge and practice with its proper use!