Can you swim here today?
Cherry Creek
Cherry Creek, New York · River
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of August 22, 2026, USGS gauge 04213508, 13.4 miles away, reports a streamflow of 2 ft³/s near Cherry Creek but no water-temperature reading.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 04213508, as of Aug 22, 1:00 PM gauge-local time
- A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Allegany, NY; Cattaraugus, NY; Chautauqua, NY; Erie, NY; Genesee, NY; Niagara, NY; Orleans, NY; Wyoming, NY. — NWS Buffalo NY
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Streamflow
2 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
3.21 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for New York yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge THATCHER BROOK AT GOWANDA NY (13.4 mi away), as of Aug 22, 1:00 PM 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.