Rapid
WI
*Possible* mild gradient/rockgarden sequence
Potato - A) Upson Falls to Foster Falls (Sullivan Rd) (2.5 or 7.2 miles) (WI)
Gauge Conditions
Runnable: ? – ? CFS
Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The *Possible* rapid on the Potato River presents a technical rockgarden sequence with multiple potential lines requiring precise boat positioning and careful maneuvering. Paddlers should anticipate scattered boulder obstacles and potential pin hazards, with route selection critical for maintaining momentum and avoiding potential boat-trapping features. Scout recommended, particularly at varying water levels where rock placement and channel dynamics can shift significantly.
Location
Other Rapids on This Run (20)
Rapid
II
Railroad Drop
Rapid
N/A
Put In
Rapid
N/A
USGS sampling site
Rapid
N/A
Island
Rapid
IV
Upson Falls
Rapid
N/A
Upson Park Road
Rapid
III
Second Ledge Sequence
Rapid
III
Third Ledge
Rapid
N/A
Rock outcrop sequence
Rapid
N/A
Tree covered ledge?
Rapid
N/A
(Chute?)
Rapid
N/A
Confluence Alder Creek
Rapid
N/A
(Low gradient rapids bouldergarden)
Rapid
N/A
Upson Lake Road
Rapid
N/A
ATV/Snowmobile Bridge
Rapid
N/A
Rocky Sequence
Rapid
N/A
Confluence: Sullivan Creek
Rapid
N/A
Casey Sag Road / Sullivan Road
Waterfall
N/A
Foster Falls
Rapid
N/A
Dells
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A) Upson Falls to Foster Falls (Sullivan Rd) (2.5 or 7.2 miles)
Potato
II-III(IV)
6.9 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
American Whitewater