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Chicago River
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Use cautionLive 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.
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 405 ft³/s over 10 years).
Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionLive 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 05536123, as of Aug 21, 10:38 PM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 405 ft³/s over 10 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 21, 10:38 PM gauge-local time
Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 405 ft³/s over 10 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Illinois yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CHICAGO RIVER AT COLUMBUS DRIVE AT CHICAGO, IL (0.1 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:38 PM gauge-local time.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Chicago River?
- Chicago River is a river in Illinois.
- Can you swim at Chicago River?
- Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 21, 2026.
- How is Chicago River rated?
- Chicago River in Illinois has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 263 reviews.
- What amenities does Chicago River have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Chicago River include pet-friendly.
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