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North Branch Portage River

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Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date

Use caution

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 21 (median 538 ft³/s over 93 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk.

  • Flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 21 (median 538 ft³/s over 93 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk.
  • Water temperature is 78°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
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Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date

Use caution

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 21 (median 538 ft³/s over 93 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk.

  • Flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 21 (median 538 ft³/s over 93 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk. USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 21, 7:00 PM gauge-local time
  • Water temperature is 78°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. USGS gauge 04193500, as of Aug 21, 7:00 PM gauge-local time
Water temp
78°F
26°C
Streamflow
4,850 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
3.96 ft
water level

Flow is high for this date — above the 75th percentile for Aug 21 (median 538 ft³/s over 93 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Maumee River at Waterville OH (12 mi away), as of Aug 21, 7:00 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at North Branch Portage River

H: 87° L: 59°
Overcast
Overcast
82°
|
Feels like 83°
Precipitation
17%
Humidity
50%
Wind
6 mph
UV Index
0.4
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
Clear
65°
3 AM
Clear
63°
6 AM
Clear
62°
9 AM
Sunny
66°
12 PM
Sunny
83°
3 PM
Sunny
84°
6 PM
Sunny
85°
9 PM
Partly Cloudy
75°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is North Branch Portage River?
North Branch Portage River is a river in Ohio.
What is the water temperature at North Branch Portage River?
As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at North Branch Portage River in Ohio is 78°F (26°C), measured by USGS gauge 04193500, 12 miles away.
Can you swim at North Branch Portage River?
Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 21 (median 538 ft³/s over 93 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk. Checked August 21, 2026.
How is North Branch Portage River rated?
North Branch Portage River in Ohio has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 17 reviews.
What amenities does North Branch Portage River have?
Visitor-listed amenities at North Branch Portage River include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

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