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Lower Falls
Waterfall
Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionLive 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.
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 24 (median 175 ft³/s over 118 years).
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Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionLive 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 04223000, as of Aug 23, 9:00 PM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 24 (median 175 ft³/s over 118 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 9:00 PM gauge-local time
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 24 (median 175 ft³/s over 118 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for New York yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge GENESEE RIVER AT PORTAGEVILLE NY (1.5 mi away), as of Aug 23, 9:00 PM gauge-local time.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Lower Falls?
- Lower Falls is a waterfall in New York.
- Can you swim at Lower Falls?
- Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.
- What amenities does Lower Falls have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Lower Falls include camping-nearby.
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- ›Stay on designated trails and viewing areas
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