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Photo: Lackawanna State Park - Pennsylvania (4144080618) by Doug Kerr from Albany, NY, United States (CC BY-SA 2.0) License

Kennedy Creek

River

Great conditions today

river in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, United States

Current water conditions

Streamflow
58 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
1.86 ft
water level

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Lackawanna River at Archbald, PA (7.1 mi away), as of Aug 21, 1:00 PM gauge-local time. 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.

Weather at Kennedy Creek

H: 77° L: 53°
Sunny
Sunny
75°
|
Feels like 75°
Precipitation
57%
Humidity
50%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
7.8
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen
12 AM
Mist
59°
3 AM
Mist
55°
6 AM
Mist
53°
9 AM
Sunny
60°
12 PM
Sunny
73°
3 PM
Sunny
77°
6 PM
Sunny
73°
9 PM
Clear
65°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Kennedy Creek?
Kennedy Creek is a river in Pennsylvania.
Can you swim at Kennedy Creek?
There is no fixed answer for Kennedy Creek: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Kennedy Creek in Pennsylvania. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Kennedy Creek rated?
Kennedy Creek in Pennsylvania has an average visitor rating of 4.9 out of 5, based on 14 reviews.

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