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Warleggan River Level & Flow Conditions

Real-time Environment Agency (Defra) river level in metres (m), discharge telemetry, water temperature, and activity suitability ratings at Warleggan River at Trengoffe, South West England.

South West England · South West|EA ID: 49121

Warleggan River

Gauging Station: Warleggan River at Trengoffe · Catchment: Seaton, Looe and Fowey

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:0.234m – 0.714m
RIVER LEVEL (m)
0.23 m
Typical high: 0.714m
Standard BaselineSteady
NORMAL BOUNDS
0.234m
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 (0.714m)
0.714m Threshold
24 Hours Ago12 Hours AgoLive Sensor (0.23 m)

River Access & Safety Info

Environment Agency telemetry & public rights of way

Public Waterway
EA
Warleggan River at Trengoffe
Monitored gauging station • Defra Flood Monitoring Network
Active
MAP
Location & Catchment
Seaton, Looe and Fowey • 50.4772°N, -4.5953°W
GPS Set
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Frequently Asked Questions About Warleggan River

What is the current river level of Warleggan River?

Current river level for Warleggan River is measured in metres (m) at Environment Agency station #49121 (Warleggan River at Trengoffe). Telemetry is logged every 15 minutes by Defra.

Is Warleggan River 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 Warleggan River?

The Environment Agency typical normal range at this station is between 0.234m and 0.714m. Levels within this window represent standard, safe conditions.

Can heavy rain in the catchment cause Warleggan River 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.