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South Branch Chicago River
River · Chicago, Illinois
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Use cautionLive 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.
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 445 ft³/s over 10 years).
river in Illinois, United States
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Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionLive 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 05536123, as of Aug 23, 7:08 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 445 ft³/s over 10 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 7:08 AM gauge-local time
Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 445 ft³/s over 10 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Illinois yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CHICAGO RIVER AT COLUMBUS DRIVE AT CHICAGO, IL (1.7 mi away), as of Aug 23, 7:08 AM gauge-local time.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is South Branch Chicago River?
- South Branch Chicago River is a river in Chicago, Illinois.
- Can you swim at South Branch Chicago River?
- Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.
- How is South Branch Chicago River rated?
- South Branch Chicago River in Chicago, Illinois has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 4 reviews.
- What amenities does South Branch Chicago River have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at South Branch Chicago River include camping-nearby, pet-friendly.
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