Rapid
MI
Powerline Crossing
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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
Powerline Crossing presents a straightforward navigational challenge with minimal technical complexity, characterized by scattered rock formations and potential submerged obstacles. Paddlers should maintain awareness of the power line infrastructure overhead and carefully assess water levels, as the rapid's character can shift dramatically with flow changes. While specific hazard details are limited, standard whitewater caution and precise maneuvering are advised when traversing this section of the Spruce River.
Location
Interactive river map
Loads as you approach this section.
Other Rapids on This Run (16)
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Drainage area ~8.4 square miles.
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Put-in
Rapid
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Confluence, unnamed trib
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Fence River Road
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Pipeline Clearing?
Rapid
N/A
Island
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Braided Channel
Rapid
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Powerline Crossing
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Confluence, Mill Creek
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Private footbridge
Rapid
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Flatwater begins
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Possible egress
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Co.Rd.Lga
Rapid
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Boat Ramp
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Take-out
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Campground
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Koskela Road to Michigamme River (up to 8.35 miles)
Spruce
I-II
8.2 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
American Whitewater