Chicago River At Chicago Lock At Chicago, Il

Reviewed by Water Resources Analyst · Data: USGS / Bureau of Reclamation
📊 Hydrological Summary: Chicago River At Chicago Lock At Chicago, Il is a vital river located in Illinois (IL).
Data officially sourced from USGS telemetry and Bureau of Reclamation. Last dataset update: 2026-06-09
Surface Elevation
-2.1 ft
FALLING ↘ (7d)
Full Pool
Historic Low
Live Weather
72.5°F Partly cloudy
Rain: 0" · Hum: 89%
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026

30-Day Water Level Trend

Current Weather & Environmental Conditions

Local weather profoundly impacts the hydrology of Chicago River At Chicago Lock At Chicago, Il. The thermometer near Chicago River At Chicago Lock At Chicago, Il reads 163°F under partly cloudy conditions. With no measurable precipitation (0.00 inches) recently, water levels are driven primarily by baseflow, upstream releases, or evaporation.

Astronomical & Fishing Times

☀️ Sun & Daylight
First Light 09:40 AM
Sunrise 10:14 AM
Sunset 01:25 AM
Last Light 01:59 AM
🎣 Solunar Forecast
Moon Phase 🌘 Waning Crescent
Major Feeding Time 1 08:43 PM
Major Feeding Time 2 09:08 AM

Based on standard solunar theory. Peaks indicate highest anticipated fish activity.

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Where does the data for Chicago River At Chicago Lock At Chicago, Il come from?
Real-time water data for Chicago River At Chicago Lock At Chicago, Il is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System (NWIS) and other federal/state telemetry networks.

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