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Dean Bottom Beck Level & Flow Conditions

Real-time Environment Agency (Defra) river level in metres (m), discharge telemetry, water temperature, and activity suitability ratings at Dean Bottom Beck at Kirkburton Riley Lane, Yorkshire & the Humber.

Yorkshire & the Humber · Northern England|EA ID: L1115

Dean Bottom Beck

Gauging Station: Dean Bottom Beck at Kirkburton Riley Lane · Catchment: Aire and Calder

EA Hydrology Model
Activity Intelligence

River Condition Score

1–10 Scale
10.0OUT OF 10Normal Range
⭐Normal Range

River level is within normal Environment Agency range.

💡River Advisory:

Prime conditions for wild swimming, canoeing, and angling.

Typical Range:0.012m – 1m
RIVER LEVEL (m)
0.01 m
Typical high: 1m
Standard BaselineSteady
NORMAL BOUNDS
0.012m
Typical Low Threshold
Defra ThresholdNormal
WATER TEMP
8°C
Dipping: Cold shock risk
Wild SwimmingWetsuit Advised
AIR & SKY
11°C
Humidity: 65%
Rain: 15%13 km/h W

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Scoring algorithm recalibrates suitability according to water depth, stream power, and weather.

Active: Wild Swimming & Dipping
River bathing, open water swimming & dipping. Ideal in calm, normal river levels with warm sunshine and gentle currents.
Environment Agency Open Data

24-Hour River Level Trend (m)

Defra sensor readings vs. typical normal bounds

Observed Level
Typical High (1m)
1m Threshold
24 Hours Ago12 Hours AgoLive Sensor (0.01 m)

River Access & Safety Info

Environment Agency telemetry & public rights of way

Public Waterway
EA
Dean Bottom Beck at Kirkburton Riley Lane
Monitored gauging station • Defra Flood Monitoring Network
Active
MAP
Location & Catchment
Aire and Calder • 53.6096°N, -1.7052°W
GPS Set
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dean Bottom Beck

What is the current river level of Dean Bottom Beck?

Current river level for Dean Bottom Beck is measured in metres (m) at Environment Agency station #L1115 (Dean Bottom Beck at Kirkburton Riley Lane). Telemetry is logged every 15 minutes by Defra.

Is Dean Bottom Beck safe for wild swimming, canoeing, or paddling today?

River conditions depend on live gauge depth and streamflow velocity. Riverable UK provides a real-time 1–10 River Activity Score tuned for wild swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and angling. Check the live status badge above before entering the water.

What is the typical normal range for Dean Bottom Beck?

The Environment Agency typical normal range at this station is between 0.012m and 1m. Levels within this window represent standard, safe conditions.

Can heavy rain in the catchment cause Dean Bottom Beck to rise rapidly?

Yes, catchment precipitation and surface runoff directly cause water levels to surge. Riverable UK monitors 7-day cumulative precipitation and upstream weather models to alert users to rising spate conditions.