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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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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 04176617, as of Aug 21, 10:00 AM UTC
Streamflow
0 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
1.17 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge MUDDY CREEK AT BELLETERRE RD NR ERIE, MI (5.8 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:00 AM UTC.

Weather at Ottawa River

H: 79° L: 65°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
69°
|
Feels like 71°
Precipitation
74%
Humidity
87%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Patchy rain nearby
68°
3 AM
Patchy rain nearby
67°
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
67°
9 AM
Mist
65°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
75°
3 PM
Patchy light rain in area with thunder
79°
6 PM
Thundery outbreaks in nearby
75°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
72°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ottawa River?
Ottawa River is a river in Michigan.
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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