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Ottawa 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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river in Ohio, United States

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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 04188100, as of Aug 21, 10:00 AM UTC
Streamflow
207 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
5.05 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Ottawa River near Kalida OH (0.8 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:00 AM UTC.

Weather at Ottawa River

H: 76° L: 63°
Clear
Clear
72°
|
Feels like 74°
Precipitation
75%
Humidity
79%
Wind
6 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable
12 AM
Clear
70°
3 AM
Clear
68°
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
67°
9 AM
Moderate rain at times
65°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
74°
3 PM
Patchy light rain in area with thunder
74°
6 PM
Moderate rain at times
74°
9 PM
Clear
68°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ottawa River?
Ottawa River is a river in Ohio.
Can you swim at Ottawa River?
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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