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Rapid NY Class III

Old Bridge

Grass - 1. Lampsons Falls to Downerville · NY

American Whitewater 44.4146, -75.0735

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Gauge Conditions

West Branch Oswegatchie River near Harrisville NY Downstream Primary
Runnable: 600.0 – 3,000.0 CFS

The USGS gauge on the Oswegatchie in Harrisville provides an "approximation". The benchmarks below have many variables, so make sure you assess each drop yours

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Old Bridge
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

This is the first Rapid of the section, after a moderate flatwater paddle from Lampson Falls. The gradient drop is easily seen from above as well as remants of an old bridge. Scouting is best from river left, it is also possible to boat scout.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class III
Mile Marker
0.8 mi
Directions
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1. Lampsons Falls to Downerville
Grass
IV+ 4.1 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater