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Bear 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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river in Lincoln County, United States of America - Geonames ID = 4798111

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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 03204294, as of Aug 22, 2:15 PM gauge-local time
Gage height
2.97 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge MUD RIVER AT HAMLIN, WV (5.2 mi away), as of Aug 22, 2:15 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Bear Creek

H: 88° L: 65°
Cloudy
Cloudy
88°
|
Feels like 88°
Precipitation
62%
Humidity
41%
Wind
8 mph
UV Index
1.2
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
Clear
72°
3 AM
Clear
69°
6 AM
Clear
66°
9 AM
Sunny
73°
12 PM
Partly Cloudy
86°
3 PM
Cloudy
88°
6 PM
Sunny
87°
9 PM
Heavy rain at times
75°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bear Creek?
Bear Creek is a river in West Virginia.
Can you swim at Bear Creek?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.

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Location & Contact

West Virginia

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