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Rapid IL

Woodgate Road Bridge

Ferson Creek - St.Charles: Burr Road to Leroy Oaks Forest Preserve (4.7-5.0 miles) (IL)

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Gauge Conditions
Ferson Creek near St. Charles, IL Downstream Primary
Runnable: 70.0 – 600.0 CFS

Too low.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Woodgate Road Bridge
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The Woodgate Road Bridge rapid on Ferson Creek is a low-gradient section with minimal technical challenges, characterized by narrow channel constrictions and potential debris accumulation. Paddlers should be prepared for potential strainers and low water levels that can create additional obstacles, requiring careful route selection and attentive navigation through the creek's confined passage.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
2.8 mi
Directions
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St.Charles: Burr Road to Leroy Oaks Forest Preserve (4.7-5.0 miles)
Ferson Creek
I-II(III) 4.8 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater