Update at Spean Gorge April 2017
The siphon/archway on Headbanger drop has now collapsed. This has had the effect of reducing flow on far right side and creating a dangerous "v" against the wall that at least one paddler is reported to have been badly pinned in. The jutting rock at base of the drop still remains a hazard. A centre line is most likely safest, but be awre of the surging nature of this drop. More water makes it safer and eventually easier as flows fill up the basin below.
The other good news is that Jimmy, at the takeout has sold his house and is no longer there. Since his move there have been no reports to River Adviser of any problems whatsoever. Please continue to change discreetly and avoid leaning stuff on the fence of the power station. Otherwise we appear to be back to "pre-Jimmy" days when there were also no problems here. Conclusion? Draw your own.
The siphon/archway on Headbanger drop has now collapsed. This has had the effect of reducing flow on far right side and creating a dangerous "v" against the wall that at least one paddler is reported to have been badly pinned in. The jutting rock at base of the drop still remains a hazard. A centre line is most likely safest, but be awre of the surging nature of this drop. More water makes it safer and eventually easier as flows fill up the basin below.
The other good news is that Jimmy, at the takeout has sold his house and is no longer there. Since his move there have been no reports to River Adviser of any problems whatsoever. Please continue to change discreetly and avoid leaning stuff on the fence of the power station. Otherwise we appear to be back to "pre-Jimmy" days when there were also no problems here. Conclusion? Draw your own.
