Caney Fork

From Boatertalk: Rock Island Info: Go to this website.

http://www.tva.gov/river/lakeinfo/index.htm

Look up Great Falls.

1 generator will provide a level of 1400 to 1800cfs. It's ok. Top wave is sweet, but no eddy service. The 'hole' is more of a small wave. Generally speaking, it's not worth a long drive for this level, but still fun.

2 generators will give you a level of 2900 to 3800. The lower end, the top wave is still good, and the hole is kicking. At the higher end, the top wave starts to flush, but others come in at the falls, and the hole is STOMPIN!

Notice the upper lake level. When it reaches 803' or so with more water coming in, they start to spill. Top of the gates is 804'. Look for the message 'Great Falls is Spilling'. Levels around 5000 to 6000 are prime. Several spots to run the falls. I've been out there around 11000, but you gotta watch the back wash. Sieve City is a no joke rapid. It has this name for a reason.

Sad to say that Brave Wave is no longer there. There are always unexplored waves and holes in the rapids leading down to the boat ramp in Rock Island State Park.

Although this site and boatingbeta list 2000 as the minimum, the main hole is still playable down to at least ~1300 (1 generator); it's not nearly as big or as impressive as at 2 generators, but there's still something there to be had.

9 year old Lauren Burress's first time to play at Rock Island.

Gary got bored and decided to try and bodyboard, sweet ride.
Will throwing down an entrance loop.

This photo was sent in by Gordon Byrd who just wanted to say good luck with the boat company.

From Boatertalk:

Clay and I paddled Rock Island Dryway at 30,000 cfs today- BIG! New

Forum: BoaterTalk

Date: Mar 08 2004, 0:16 GMT

From: ejrockisland

Super fun high action- Steep drop at 30,000 cfs. Highest it has ever been run and quite intense!

Glad Clay is here!

EJ

Munchy. Eric set up a very nice blunt here.

There are multiple lines to choose from at Great Falls, depending on water level. The drops range from 18 to 24(ish) feet. This shot showes most of the falls except 'The Spout'
At lower water levels this is a tigh technical class 4+. However, at this level it is a solid Class 5+. There is a major sieve in the center and right. At this level, the line is on the left.
At lower water levels this is a tigh technical class 4+. However, at this level it is a solid Class 5+. There is a major sieve in the center and right. At this level, the line is on the left.
This was taken during the Red Bull Extreme Race in 2003.
This was taken during the Red Bull Extreme Race in 2003.
This was taken during the Red Bull Extreme Race in 2003.
This was taken during the Red Bull Extreme Race in 2003.
This was taken during the Red Bull Extreme Race in 2003.
This was taken during the Red Bull Extreme Race in 2003.
This was taken during the Red Bull Extreme Race in 2003.
Sometimes Mother Nature cooperates with beautiful lighting at just the right time. This was taken during the Red Bull Extreme race in 2003.

To help determine levels:

Rock Island is rain dependent after the

lake drops.

Some dude in a new Icon, with PODS!!! throwin down!!!!

When Center Hill Resevoir (TVA page) is

above 650. feet the hole is washed out. They

have recently been holding Center Hill higher

than they used to after periods of rain.

About 300 million years ago Rock Island under a prehistoric ocean. If you look closely, you will find quite a few fossils in the rocks. Since this is a State Park, the fossils are state property and it is illegal to remove them from the park.
The park-n-play spot is at the base of Twin Falls. You have your choice of a great rodeo hole and several nice surf waves.
The park-n-play spot is at the base of Twin Falls. You have your choice of a great rodeo hole and several nice surf waves.
The park-n-play spot is at the base of Twin Falls. You have your choice of a great rodeo hole and several nice surf waves.
The park-n-play spot is at the base of Twin Falls. You have your choice of a great rodeo hole and several nice surf waves.
The park-n-play spot is at the base of Twin Falls. You have your choice of a great rodeo hole and several nice surf waves.
The park-n-play spot is at the base of Twin Falls. You have your choice of a great rodeo hole and several nice surf waves.
The park-n-play spot is at the base of Twin Falls. You have your choice of a great rodeo hole and several nice surf waves.
The park-n-play spot is at the base of Twin Falls. You have your choice of a great rodeo hole and several nice surf waves.
The park-n-play spot is at the base of Twin Falls. You have your choice of a great rodeo hole and several nice surf waves.
The park-n-play spot is at the base of Twin Falls. You have your choice of a great rodeo hole and several nice surf waves.

You have to love this place! This hole is host to many events, mostly in the spring, and is world renowned.

I was not a participant of the Red Bull races. Just fortunate to help out.

pretty trashy...