Where is gold deposited downstream of abandoned bridge support/pier?

Old Dirtbag

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Think of the structure as a riffle of a sliucebox. Adhere to all other known basics of logic and of course, gold is where you find it.

Looking forward to seeing pics of the yella. GOOD LUCK!
 

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Don't just focus downstream. You'll want to look directly upstream from the pier. When the water is flowing, the pier creates a low pressure zone in front of the pier.
 

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Old Dirtbag

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Thank You for the info!! The water has caused a V-shaped deposit around the pier-the front, leading edge being the point of the V and the "legs" of the V are beside and downstream of the pier. What area would you dredge first?
 

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Old Dirtbag

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Thank You So Much!!! I will definitely try that area!!
 

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digging under any bridge especially it's pilings is typically illegal
 

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Adjacent and even sub-adjacent digging is a huge fine in california on active highways. Caution is needed. John
 

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