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Slippery Rock Creek

River · Portland, New York

Live flow only — judge the water in person

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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.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
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stream in Chautauqua County, New York, United States of America

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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 04213376, as of Aug 22, 6:00 PM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Streamflow
6 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
1.98 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CANADAWAY CREEK AT FREDONIA NY (7.4 mi away), as of Aug 22, 6:00 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Slippery Rock Creek

H: 82° L: 63°
Heavy rain
Heavy rain
68°
|
Feels like 69°
Precipitation
76%
Humidity
91%
Wind
7 mph
UV Index
4
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Clear
67°
3 AM
Clear
66°
6 AM
Overcast
63°
9 AM
Cloudy
69°
12 PM
Light drizzle
77°
3 PM
Light drizzle
82°
6 PM
Light rain
68°
9 PM
Heavy rain
69°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Slippery Rock Creek?
Slippery Rock Creek is a river in Portland, New York.
Can you swim at Slippery Rock Creek?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Slippery Rock Creek rated?
Slippery Rock Creek in Portland, New York has an average visitor rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on 6 reviews.

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Portland, NY

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