It should be mentioned that if you find yourself in this situation and there are no other options, the best way out is to actually dive immediately close to the

It should be mentioned that if you find yourself in this situation and there are no other options, the best way out is to actually dive immediately close to the dam with the submerging water while you still have strength and air. You are aiming to be carried by the water at the bottom that is not circulating. Trying to float serves no purpose and may actually bring more people in danger who will feel they need to help you. If you try to float you will be constantly rejoining the part of the system that is recirculating. The only way to leave the system is with the water at the bottom. There is no guarantee of safety, though. You can get banged up pretty badly at the bottom, hitting rocks, etc. Loose consciousness and drown. The best way is to recognize the danger and never let yourself find in this situation.