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Bear Creek

River

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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.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
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river in Cattaraugus 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 03010747, as of Aug 23, 12:15 AM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Streamflow
13 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
4.38 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge ISCHUA CR AT ISCHUA VALLEY CC NR FRANKLINVILLE NY (0 mi away), as of Aug 23, 12:15 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at Bear Creek

H: 66° L: 54°
Heavy rain
Heavy rain
60°
|
Feels like 58°
Precipitation
86%
Humidity
88%
Wind
8 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Heavy rain
60°
3 AM
Heavy rain
60°
6 AM
Heavy rain at times
59°
9 AM
Patchy light rain in area with thunder
56°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
61°
3 PM
Sunny
66°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
60°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
55°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bear Creek?
Bear Creek is a river in New York.
Can you swim at Bear Creek?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.

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  • Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
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Location & Contact

New York

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