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Gold Rush: White Water S9E9 — When Darkness Falls
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Gold Rush: White Water•Season 9•Episode 9

When Darkness Falls

6.9/10 · 9 votesJun 20, 202544 min

Ranked #7 of 12 in Season 9•+0.1 vs season avg

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A darkness descends on Nugget Creek as mine boss Dustin searches for a Plan B. But his crew may be onto something at their new mine site. After battling bedrock for months, a breakthrough offers them the hope they need.

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Episode Summary

"When Darkness Falls" is episode 9 of Gold Rush: White Water season 9. It scored 6.9/10 from 9 votes, ranking #7 of 12 episodes this season (season average 6.8). It aired on June 20, 2025.

Next: E10 · Winter Waits for No ManBest of Season 9