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Hazard OR

Upper Bennett Dam

Santiam, N. - 5. Mehama to Stayton · OR

American Whitewater 44.7880, -122.7430

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Gauge Conditions

North Santiam River at Mehama, OR Upstream Primary
Runnable: 1,000.0 – 2,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Upper Bennett Dam
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Portage the dam and continue down the left river channel. Do not follow the canal that heads off to the right.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Hazard
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
-31.5 mi
Directions
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5. Mehama to Stayton
Santiam, N.
II 10.3 mi
Hazard — Exercise extreme caution. Portage recommended — scout before running.

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater