Gold prospecting a GPAA claim in San Diego county CA

I'm gold prospecting on a GPAA claim in my own county. My exploration is not complete. The water level is higher than normal due to exceptional rainfall. I will need to come back when it drops. Since the average water level is much lower i'd assume that the best drop zones for gold would most likely be towards the center of the flow. I look forward to coming back later in the season. I will also leave the water to check inland for possible drywashing areas that may have already been established. I cannot call this claim done until I properly explore it. I remain optimistic. Until then, heavy pans my friends.