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Greenville Falls State Scenic River Area

Covington, Ohio · Park

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date

Use caution

As of August 22, 2026, USGS gauge 03264000, 2.9 miles away, reports a streamflow of 348 ft³/s near Greenville Falls State Scenic River Area but no water-temperature reading.

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. USGS gauge 03264000, as of Aug 22, 1:30 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 31 ft³/s over 93 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk. USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 1:30 AM gauge-local time
Streamflow
348 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.62 ft
water level

Flow is high for this date — above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 31 ft³/s over 93 years).

No official beach-advisory feed for Ohio yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Greenville Creek near Bradford OH (2.9 mi away), as of Aug 22, 1:30 AM gauge-local time.

Before you get in

  • Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
  • Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
  • Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
  • Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
  • Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.

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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.