CWTA - Connecticut White Water - Blackledge River - Highway 66



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Blackledge River: Highway 66 - Salmon River

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Location:

USGS Quadrangle:

Quick Stats

American Whitewater Classification: Class III

Length: 8 miles

USGS Real Time Water Data / Gauge: NA

Drainage:

Average Gradient: 20 fpm

Velocity:

Recommended Flow: 3-6 feet

Elevation:

Rescue Index:

Months Runnable:

This stretch typically run during February, and March.

Put in Location

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Coordinates:

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Takeout Location

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Coordinates:

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Description:

The Highway 66 to Salmon River section of the Blackledge River is a mellow stretch of class III whitewater.

Sections Of The White Water Run:

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Misc

Whitewater Kayaking Basics

Whitewater Kayaking Glossary

Paddling Trails Terminology

Water Classification

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