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Dam on Skokie River
Nature preserve · Winnetka, Illinois
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionUse caution — an official advisory is in effect: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
- Streamflow 4 ft³/s
- Gage height 2.68 ft
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge SKOKIE RIVER NEAR HIGHLAND PARK, IL (4.4 mi away), as of Oct 20, 3:25 AM gauge-local time.
- A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect for Lake; Northern Cook. — NWS Chicago IL
Why, sources & official advisories
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 05535070, as of Oct 20, 3:25 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 20 (median 6 ft³/s over 59 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 3:25 AM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for Illinois yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
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Weather at Dam on Skokie River
56°F, Smoky haze · H 68° / L 55° · 2% chance of rain3-day forecast
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dam on Skokie River?
- Dam on Skokie River is a nature preserve in Winnetka, Illinois.
- Can you swim at Dam on Skokie River?
- Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 20, 2026.
- How is Dam on Skokie River rated?
- Dam on Skokie River in Winnetka, Illinois has an average visitor rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on 76 reviews.
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Winnetka, IL 60093
Winnetka, Illinois 60093
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- ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
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