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Townsend Creek

River

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Live flow only β€” 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.
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 21 (median 9 ftΒ³/s over 10 years).
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Live flow only β€” judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only β€” 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. β€” USGS gauge 04232200, as of Aug 21, 1:30 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 21 (median 9 ftΒ³/s over 10 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 21, 1:30 PM gauge-local time
Streamflow
12 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.69 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 21 (median 9 ftΒ³/s over 10 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CATHARINE CR AT MONTOUR FALLS NY (5 mi away), as of Aug 21, 1:30 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Townsend Creek

H: 75Β° L: 53Β°
Sunny
Sunny
74Β°
|
Feels like 71Β°
Precipitation
4%
Humidity
44%
Wind
6 mph
UV Index
7.1
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🧴High UV - use sunscreen
12 AM
Clear
55Β°
3 AM
Clear
54Β°
6 AM
Clear
53Β°
9 AM
Sunny
61Β°
12 PM
Sunny
72Β°
3 PM
Sunny
72Β°
6 PM
Sunny
70Β°
9 PM
Clear
64Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Townsend Creek?
Townsend Creek is a river in New York.
Can you swim at Townsend Creek?
Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 21, 2026.
What amenities does Townsend Creek have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Townsend Creek include camping-nearby.

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Location & Contact

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Amenities

β›Ί Camping nearby