Streamflow discharge was last observed at 101 cfs, and a gauge height of 2.15 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 94 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The creek's flow is impacted by both natural factors, such as precipitation and seasonal changes, as well as human activities such as dam releases. The creek is known for its historic role in the oil industry, with numerous oil wells and refineries located along its banks. Some notable tributaries include Pine Creek and Cherrytree Run. Seasonal trends show higher flows in the spring and fall due to increased precipitation, while summer flows tend to be lower. Interestingly, Oil Creek is also known for its role in the birth of the American petroleum industry, with the first commercial oil well drilled nearby in 1859.
| Elevation | 1,026.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 2.15 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 101.0 ft3/s |
| Precipitation, total, in | 0.0 in |
| Stream water level elevation above NAVD 1988, in ft | 1030.05 ft |
| Percent of Normal | 138% |
| Year Over Year Average | 73 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 7,900 cfs |
| Geolocation | 41.48, -79.70 |