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Bear Creek

River

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date

Use caution

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 86 ft³/s over 26 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk.

  • Flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 86 ft³/s over 26 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk.
  • Water temperature is 80°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
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river in Graham County, United States of America - Geonames ID = 4454131

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Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date

Use caution

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 86 ft³/s over 26 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk.

  • Flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 86 ft³/s over 26 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk. USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 6:00 PM gauge-local time
  • Water temperature is 80°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. USGS gauge 0351706800, as of Aug 22, 6:00 PM gauge-local time
Water temp
80°F
27°C
Streamflow
117 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.88 ft
water level

Flow is high for this date — above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 86 ft³/s over 26 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CHEOAH RIVER NR BEARPEN GAP NR TAPOCO, NC (0.7 mi away), as of Aug 22, 6:00 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Bear Creek

H: 84° L: 65°
Sunny
Sunny
79°
|
Feels like 81°
Precipitation
6%
Humidity
58%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
0.4
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
Clear
69°
3 AM
Clear
67°
6 AM
Clear
66°
9 AM
Sunny
70°
12 PM
Sunny
81°
3 PM
Sunny
83°
6 PM
Sunny
82°
9 PM
Clear
74°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bear Creek?
Bear Creek is a river in North Carolina.
What is the water temperature at Bear Creek?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Bear Creek in North Carolina is 80°F (27°C), measured by USGS gauge 0351706800, 0.7 miles away.
Can you swim at Bear Creek?
Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 86 ft³/s over 26 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk. Checked August 22, 2026.
What amenities does Bear Creek have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Bear Creek include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

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