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Lillington Creek

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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.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
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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 02108566, as of Aug 21, 10:30 PM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Streamflow
998 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.19 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge NORTHEAST CAPE FEAR R NR BURGAW, NC (6.8 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:30 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Lillington Creek

H: 95° L: 76°
Heavy rain
Heavy rain
77°
|
Feels like 86°
Precipitation
79%
Humidity
89%
Wind
2 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Clear
80°
3 AM
Clear
78°
6 AM
Overcast
76°
9 AM
Sunny
83°
12 PM
Sunny
93°
3 PM
Light drizzle
86°
6 PM
Heavy rain
77°
9 PM
Heavy rain
77°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Lillington Creek?
Lillington Creek is a river in North Carolina.
Can you swim at Lillington Creek?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 21, 2026.

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Location & Contact

North Carolina

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