Where is West Point Creek?

West Point Creek is a river in Virginia.

What is the water temperature at West Point Creek?

As of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at West Point Creek in Virginia is 56°F (14°C), measured by USGS gauge 01669520, 8.6 miles away.

Updated June 13, 2026

West Point Creek

River

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 56°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

Water temp 56°F (14°C)
Streamflow 17 ft³/s
Gage height 4.96 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge DRAGON SWAMP AT MASCOT, VA (8.6 mi away), as of Oct 29, 2:45 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories

Water temperature is 56°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 01669520, as of Oct 29, 2:45 AM gauge-local time
Flow is below the 25th percentile for Oct 29 (median 53 ft³/s over 44 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 2:45 AM gauge-local time

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

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It’s 56°F at West Point Creek now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

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Boat ramps and fishing access near here

3 boat ramps mapped at or near West Point Creek

Unnamed boat ramp
Boat ramp · 0.1 mi from the map pin
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Unnamed boat ramp
Boat ramp · 0.2 mi from the map pin
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Glass Island Public Boat Ramp
Boat ramp · 0.4 mi from the map pin
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Frequently asked questions

Where is West Point Creek?: West Point Creek is a river in Virginia.
What is the water temperature at West Point Creek?: As of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at West Point Creek in Virginia is 56°F (14°C), measured by USGS gauge 01669520, 8.6 miles away.
Can you swim at West Point Creek?: Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 56°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked October 29, 2026.

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›Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
›Respect private property along riverbanks

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West Point Creek

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

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Boat ramps and fishing access near here

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