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Ouse Burn Level & Flow Conditions

Real-time Environment Agency (Defra) river level in metres (m), discharge telemetry, water temperature, and activity suitability ratings at Ouse Burn at Woolsington, North East England.

North East England · Northern England|EA ID: 023018

Ouse Burn

Gauging Station: Ouse Burn at Woolsington · Catchment: Tyne

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:0.031m – 1.3m
RIVER LEVEL (m)
0.03 m
Typical high: 1.3m
Standard BaselineSteady
NORMAL BOUNDS
0.031m
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 (1.3m)
1.3m Threshold
24 Hours Ago12 Hours AgoLive Sensor (0.03 m)

River Access & Safety Info

Environment Agency telemetry & public rights of way

Public Waterway
EA
Ouse Burn at Woolsington
Monitored gauging station • Defra Flood Monitoring Network
Active
MAP
Location & Catchment
Tyne • 55.0232°N, -1.6981°W
GPS Set
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ouse Burn

What is the current river level of Ouse Burn?

Current river level for Ouse Burn is measured in metres (m) at Environment Agency station #023018 (Ouse Burn at Woolsington). Telemetry is logged every 15 minutes by Defra.

Is Ouse Burn 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 Ouse Burn?

The Environment Agency typical normal range at this station is between 0.031m and 1.3m. Levels within this window represent standard, safe conditions.

Can heavy rain in the catchment cause Ouse Burn 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.