B) Little Falls to Big Falls (1.4 miles)Class II-III+
1.4 Miles
Avg Gradient 14 fpm
Max Gradient 18 fpm
left of island at Big Falls
left of island at Big Falls Photo of Big Falls of the Eau Claire River by Tom O'Keefe River DescriptionDo the full, listed, 1.4 mile run, or just park-and-play at Big Falls, which provides area boaters a play spot and nice sized drop. The river splits around a small island. River left is pretty much of a sheer drop (about 5-6'), while river right is a series of steps and slides which should provide more play possibilities. StreamTeam Status: unverified
Last Updated: 2008-08-02 09:19:55
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There is usually adequate flow for some entertainment here.
| Gauge/flow analysis based on data from a gauge at or near the put-in location 1942-10-01 to 1955-09-30 | |
| Drainage area at gauge | 760 sq.mi. |
| Minimum mean daily flow during stated period | 61 cfs (1953.11.10-18+) |
| 90% of time flow exceeds | 106 cfs |
| 10% of time flow exceeds | 1,150 cfs |
| Maximum mean daily flow during stated period | 15,900 cfs (1955.05.30) |
| 10/90 ratio ('flashy-ness') (under 3 is fairly steady, over 10 is quite 'flashy') |
10.8 |
User Comments |
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2008-06-16 12:19:53 (83 days ago)
Used to visit there as a college student in the early 70's. Nice place to simply kick back and unwind. Locals bring their kids to swim in warmer times. I broke my little toe there while barefoot walking in the stream through rocky area. Walked up the hill to Sacred Heart Hospital to find that my broken toe was not castable. Only time I have ever had broken a bone. Beautiful area, will return in time....ajf in Beloit Edit
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