Pemigewasset

I haven't seen it yet but there's apparently a new hazard under the lower Route 175 bridge. From the sound of it, a coffer dam has been contructed in teh river left channel under the bridge. The river rigth channel is apparently passable at some levels. Suggest pulling out on the sandabr river left above the bridge and scouting.

Agree with Frank - ran it at 1500 today and it was fluid save some bumpy spots if you missed the deepest water.  I don't think it would be worth it if it was a heck of a lot lower.  Low-medium flow I'd call it perhaps.

The rapids are quickwater and straightforward class two, with the final ledges rapid being a step up from the rest.  It is easily scouted from the rock in river center at the start of the rapid if you wish, or just boat scout.  Or just scout from the takeout before the run.  At this level there are a bunch of ways through, but river right had the biggest wave to plow through.

Great reach for practice or newer paddlers, or just to get wet and explore a new spot.  I wouldn't say this is a thrilling run for class 3+ paddlers however.

The flow info for this reach should be updated. Perhaps blowouts from major flows have brought about significant changes over the years? Tim Jones and I ran it yesterday with 12 other paddlers and 1400 cfs is basic Class II with a few scratchy spots if you miss the main channel. Tim says that he has notes that 2700 cfs makes for a 'perfect level'. This applies to river running. The Ledges at the take-out are a unique feature on this reach with Class III characteristics and should be scouted (portage on river right when you see the gauge tower) for best lines and wood issues at all levels. As usual, blind corners should always be approached with caution due to potential strainers. Below is the proposed full revision for flow info. Technical issues with the AW site will not allow gauge adjustments at this time.

3500 Above Recommended
<3500 Runnable High
<2000 Runnable Medium
<1000 Runnable Low to Scratchy Low
<700 Below Recommended

As of 7/3/11, the Ledges are safely runnable. There's a big tree hung up in the middle but it's clearly visible from upstream and doesn't interfere with the river right line at all.

The ledges at the end of the North Woodstock section of the Pemi.

It is runnable at 2000 CFS /6 ft I did it this spring where the branches meet it is swirly but ok The whirl pool will is really strong.
At the beginning some of the rapid are washed out. The Ledge is pretty menacing but there is a nice straight dark line of water that you can go right through It is not to technical lot of waves and lots of cross currents

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