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Basalt Creek

River

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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.
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natural watercourse in Lane County, Oregon, United States of America

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Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

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 14159410, as of Aug 23, 4:30 AM gauge-local time
Gage height
1251.60 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge COUGAR DAM TAILWATER NEAR RAINBOW, OR (1.8 mi away), as of Aug 23, 4:30 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at Basalt Creek

H: 81° L: 53°
Clear
Clear
54°
|
Feels like 53°
Precipitation
4%
Humidity
86%
Wind
2 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Clear
58°
3 AM
Clear
55°
6 AM
Clear
53°
9 AM
Sunny
63°
12 PM
Sunny
77°
3 PM
Sunny
72°
6 PM
Sunny
70°
9 PM
Clear
60°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Basalt Creek?
Basalt Creek is a river in Oregon.
Can you swim at Basalt Creek?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.

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