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Waterfall NH Class IV+

Wilton Dam

Souhegan - 2) NH Rte. 101 Bridge to Wilton · NH

American Whitewater 42.8416, -71.7442

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Gauge Conditions

Souhegan River (site Wlr-1) near Milford, NH Downstream Primary
Runnable: 400.0 – 4,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Wilton Dam
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

This is an "L" shaped dam approximately 8' in hieght. It is usually (and recommended) portaged on river left, however it has been run on the left and far right where there is a small break along a channel of the "L". Usually the boater launches off towards the right avoiding the hydraulic and shallows below. It is usually only deep enough to run in high water but high water also creates a larger hydraulic at the base of the dam. Scout carefully and consider the consequences here, portage if there is any doubt.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Waterfall
Difficulty
Class IV+
Mile Marker
1.0 mi
Directions
Navigate
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2) NH Rte. 101 Bridge to Wilton
Souhegan
III 1.3 mi
Portage recommended — Scout before running and consider carrying around this feature.

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater