Big Rib, Wisconsin, US

Rib Dells: Hwy.64 to Grinder Rd (2.5 miles)

Gauge Information

Name	Range	Difficulty	Updated	Level
BIG RIB RIVER AT RIB FALLS, WI
usgs-05396000	300 - 5000 cfs	II	23d04h53m	112 cfs (rc= -0.7 )
	Probably too low. We do not have experience with this gauge. Your input is welcomed. Gauge (303 sq.mi. drainage) is a good ways downstream of listed section, thus will not be totally accurate for flows in this reach.
PRAIRIE RIVER NEAR MERRILL, WI
usgs-05394500	300 - 1000 cfs	I(II)	00h52m	~ 80 cfs (rc= -0.8 )
	Likely too low. Referenced gauge is for Prairie River, which should generally be predictive, though not completely reliable/accurate.

River Description

A brief, scenic, entertaining dells section is the highlight of this reach.

While there is a "Rib Falls" some 15-20 miles downstream, the majority of the intervening river is flatwater. At Rib Falls, the river drops abruptly about 4-5' over a scenic rock outcropping. There is rock in the landing zone, so it is generally of little boating interest. Downstream, the remainder of the river returns to a peaceful float through Wisconsin's heartland.