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Glenn Creek

Alaska · River

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

As of August 21, 2026, USGS gauge 15514000, 7.9 miles away, reports a streamflow of 1,830 ft³/s near Glenn Creek but no water-temperature reading.

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. USGS gauge 15514000, as of Aug 21, 10:15 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 21 (median 2,230 ft³/s over 78 years). USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 21, 10:15 AM gauge-local time
Streamflow
1,830 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
1.45 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 21 (median 2,230 ft³/s over 78 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CHENA R AT FAIRBANKS AK (7.9 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:15 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.