Millrace Rapids
Millrace Rapids is a popular kayaking playspot, located on the Lower Saluda River in Columbia, South Carolina.
History
The rapids are a result of the Saluda River running over the remains of a twice-dynamited coffer dam.
Features
- Blast-O-Matic
- Dumbass Hole
- Cookie Monster
- Square Eddy
- Fisherman's Rock
- Pop-up Hole
Events and Competitions
- Millrace Massacre and Iceman Competition
Safety Concerns
Because the lower Saluda is flow-controlled by a hydroelectric dam (operated by SCANA), the water level can change rapidly. There is a warning system in place that consists of a series of sirens and strategically placed markers.
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