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Rapid ME Class II

Unnamed Rapid

Dead - Spencer Falls to West Forks · ME

American Whitewater 45.3397, -70.0587

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Gauge Conditions

Dead River near Dead River, Maine Upstream Primary
Runnable: 800.0 – 13,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Unnamed Rapid
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Description

This rocky Class II drop requires careful navigation through a series of moderate-sized boulders and potential pin hazards at lower water levels. Paddlers should aim for a center-right line to avoid the most prominent rock clusters, with increased attentiveness needed during reduced flow when submerged obstacles become more pronounced. While not exceptionally challenging for experienced whitewater paddlers, the rapid demands precise boat control and the ability to make quick directional adjustments.

Location

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Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class II
Mile Marker
10.0 mi
Directions
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Spencer Falls to West Forks
Dead
II-III(IV) 14.8 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater