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Classification of Rapids

(under normal flow conditions)

• Class 1
  Small and regular waves; easily navigated passages. Usually navigable by novice paddlers.
• Class 2
  Regular, medium sized waves; low ledges; sweepers; log jams may be present; passages clear though narrow and requiring competent maneuvering. Inspection usually required. At least one member of team should be intermediate paddler.
• Class 3
  Waves numerous, high and irregular; exposed rocks; strong eddies. Inspection strongly recommended. Usually navigable by intermediate to expert paddlers.
• Class 4
  Waves high, powerful and irregular; dangerous exposed rocks; boiling eddies; passages difficult to navigate. Powerful and precise maneuvering required.
• Class 5
  Advanced. River channel extremely obstructed; many obstacles; violent and fast current; abrupt corners.
  
• Class 6
  Technically un-runnable.