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Big Cedar Creek
River
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterCold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 54°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temp 54°F (12°C)
- Streamflow 176 ft³/s
- Gage height 1.76 ft
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CLINCH RIVER AT CLEVELAND, VA (5.9 mi away), as of Oct 29, 2:45 AM gauge-local time.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Water temperature is 54°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 03524000, as of Oct 29, 2:45 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 29 (median 136 ft³/s over 106 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 54°F at Big Cedar Creek now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.
Trout stocking
8 stockings at Big Cedar Creek in the last 12 months
Oct 13, 2026
Rainbow Trout
- May 15, 2026Rainbow Trout
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- Apr 9, 2026Brook Trout
- Mar 16, 2026Brown Trout
- Mar 5, 2026Rainbow Trout
- Feb 11, 2026Rainbow Trout
natural watercourse in Russell County, Virginia, United States of America
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Big Cedar Creek?
- Big Cedar Creek is a river in Virginia.
- What is the water temperature at Big Cedar Creek?
- As of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at Big Cedar Creek in Virginia is 54°F (12°C), measured by USGS gauge 03524000, 5.9 miles away.
- Can you swim at Big Cedar Creek?
- Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 54°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked October 29, 2026.
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Location & Contact
Virginia
🌊 Best times & visiting tips
- ›Check water levels and current conditions before visiting
- ›Wear life jackets when on the water
- ›Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
- ›Respect private property along riverbanks
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