Passumpsic E Br

After running the lower section just below the dam in East Burke to Lyndonville this weekend. I encountered a few sweepers on this trip, one of which I consider a larger hazard to an inexperienced boater. This is located estimated 1/2 mile from put in. The river divides into two, with the main flow and the hazard located on the right side (west). It covers about 1/2 to 2/3 of flow. You can avoid it by staying to the left side or by wading in the left branch around the island. The water flow was around 300cfs in East Haven and in East Burke water was flowing well over the dam. There was a few shallow spots which I scraped, but other than that it was a good run.

On August 28th, 2011 Hurricane Irene struck New England. The resulting floods caused extensive damage throughout the region, the worst in over 100 years. More than half the rivers in Vermont and northern New Hampshire recorded their highest flow levels ever. Many roads, guardrails, power lines, bridges, trees and other debris now litter several rivers throughout the region. River beds have been scoured and changed course, many new strainers make navigation problematic at best and downright dangerous at worse. Please realize that the river description you see here may not match current situation after the floods. Use common sense and when in doubt scout especially on blind drops. Also, if you run this river in the next year or so please comment on its navigability, even if there are no problems this will be very helpful. Please report any new strainers or changes to the rapids that will impact future boating.
Thank you,