Hazard Warning: Hazard information may be user-submitted and unverified. Conditions change frequently. Always scout rapids and obstacles yourself.

Gauge Conditions

Saluda River below Lake Murray DAM near Columbia, SC Upstream Primary

Runnable: 700.0 – 20,000.0 CFS

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

The Gardendale Put-In offers direct river access below the Lake Murray Dam, providing a critical entry point for paddlers navigating the Saluda River's challenging downstream section. Boaters should be aware of potential dam release fluctuations and carefully scout the initial river conditions, as water levels can dramatically alter the rapid's characteristics and potential hazards.