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Bradford 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 Bay County, Michigan, 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 04157060, as of Aug 22, 7:00 PM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Streamflow
discharge
Gage height
579.83 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge SAGINAW RIVER AT MIDLAND STREET AT BAY CITY, MI (6.8 mi away), as of Aug 22, 7:00 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Bradford Creek

H: 81° L: 63°
Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
72°
|
Feels like 65°
Precipitation
79%
Humidity
53%
Wind
14 mph
UV Index
5
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Clear
67°
3 AM
Overcast
64°
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
63°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
68°
12 PM
Light rain
69°
3 PM
Light rain
74°
6 PM
Patchy light rain
78°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
69°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bradford Creek?
Bradford Creek is a river in Michigan.
Can you swim at Bradford Creek?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.

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Michigan

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