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Rapid WI

Fifth Jump

Southridge Ditch - S.76th to Root River Parkway (0.45 mile) **Access Issues** (WI)

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Gauge Conditions
Wilson Park Creek @ Gmia Outfall 7 @ Milwaukee,WI Upstream Primary
Runnable: 100.0 – 200.0 CFS

Likely minimal flow; likely too low for any reasonable whitewater experience.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Fifth Jump
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Fifth Jump presents a narrow, technical descent with multiple reactive hydraulic features that demand precise boat control and line selection. Paddlers must navigate a series of tight, rock-studded channels with potential for swirling eddy lines and submerged obstacles, requiring advanced reading of water flow and immediate route adjustments. Caution is advised due to potential undercut rock formations and limited recovery zones in this compact urban river section.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.3 mi
Directions
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S.76th to Root River Parkway (0.45 mile) **Access Issues**
Southridge Ditch
II 0.5 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater