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Rapid IL

Hwy.6 / E.Dakota Street

Spring Creek - 1600N Rd to RR bridge above Illinois River confluence (6.8 miles) (IL)

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Gauge Conditions
Big Bureau Creek at Princeton, IL Downstream Primary
Runnable: 600.0 – 2,400.0 CFS

Almost certainly too low. (Likely under 100 cfs.)

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Hwy.6 / E.Dakota Street
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The Highway 6 / E. Dakota Street rapid on Spring Creek presents a relatively uncharted section for experienced whitewater paddlers, with limited documented information about its specific challenges. While the difficulty rating is currently listed as N/A, local conditions and seasonal water levels likely determine the rapid's navigability and potential hazards, suggesting paddlers should scout the section carefully and be prepared for potential obstructions or unexpected features.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
5.8 mi
Directions
Navigate
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1600N Rd to RR bridge above Illinois River confluence (6.8 miles)
Spring Creek
I-II 6.3 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater