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Grimwith Reservoir
Reservoir
Rainy today
Originally built to supply Bradford as a compensation reservoir. Expanded in the 1970s with new dam.
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Weather at Grimwith Reservoir
H: 54° L: 46°
Patchy rain nearby
49°
|
Feels like 46°
Precipitation
57%
Humidity
72%
Wind
7 mph
UV Index
1.1
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
49°
3 AM
48°
6 AM
47°
9 AM
49°
12 PM
53°
3 PM
53°
6 PM
53°
9 PM
51°
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- Where is Grimwith Reservoir?
- Grimwith Reservoir is a reservoir in Yorkshire.
- Can you swim at Grimwith Reservoir?
- There is no fixed answer for Grimwith Reservoir: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Grimwith Reservoir in Yorkshire. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
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- ›Obtain required fishing licenses before arrival
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- ›Monitor water quality reports before swimming
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Yorkshire
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