Station Name: ALLEGHENY RIVER AT SALAMANCA NY
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,371 feet / 418 meters

Nearest Address:
48 Race St
Salamanca, NY 14779
Cattaraugus County

GPS Coordinates: 42.1561111, -78.7149167

Nearby Water Temperatures

Lake Effect Snow Warning issued November 26 at 12:51PM EST until November 29 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 12:51 PM
Expires: Thu November 27, 2025, 1:45 AM

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 22 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Jefferson, Lewis, Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties. The greatest accumulations off Lake Erie will be found across the higher terrain of the Chautauqua Ridge, Boston Hills, and southwest Wyoming County. The greatest accumulations off Lake Ontario will be found across the Tug Hill Plateau. * WHEN...From 1 AM Thursday to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on roads and poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact Thanksgiving holiday travel. Gusty winds will down tree branches and cause isolated power outages.

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Lake Effect Snow Warning issued November 26 at 3:27PM EST until November 29 at 1:00AM EST by NWS State College PA

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 3:27 PM
Expires: Thu November 27, 2025, 4:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...McKean and Warren Counties. * WHEN...From 1 AM Thursday to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Wind Advisory issued November 26 at 12:54PM EST until November 28 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 12:54 PM
Expires: Thu November 27, 2025, 1:45 AM

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts of 50 to 55 mph expected this afternoon through tonight. West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 45 to 50 mph expected Thursday through Thursday night. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few isolated power outages may result.

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Lakeshore Flood Advisory issued November 26 at 9:44AM EST until November 27 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 9:44 AM
Expires: Wed November 26, 2025, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...Minor lakeshore erosion and flooding expected. * WHERE...Erie and Chautauqua counties. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 10 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Some water on low lying roads and property along the lakeshore. Spray from high waves and onshore wind may impact Route 5 in Hamburg. Water levels will rise in Buffalo Harbor and Canalside.

Residents on or near the shore should take appropriate action to protect property from rising water levels.

Lakeshore Flood Warning issued November 26 at 1:45PM EST until November 27 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 1:45 PM
Expires: Wed November 26, 2025, 9:45 PM

* WHAT...Lakeshore flooding expected. * WHERE...Lake Erie shore of Erie and Chautauqua counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...The rapid rise in water levels at the eastern end of Lake Erie will result in lakeshore flooding along the Lake Erie shore. Flooding is likely along Route 5 in Hamburg, Buffalo Harbor and Canalside, Dunkirk Harbor, and other flood prone locations. Very high wave action will also result in shoreline erosion.

A Lakeshore Flood Warning means lakeshore flooding is occurring, is imminent, or is expected to occur. For your safety, stay off breakwaters, piers, rock outcroppings and beaches! Waves are often larger than they appear and can easily wash you away. Expect significant beach erosion and debris, local road closures and extremely dangerous boating conditions.

Lake Effect Snow Warning issued November 26 at 12:51PM EST until November 29 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 12:51 PM
Expires: Thu November 27, 2025, 1:45 AM

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 7 to 12 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Allegany County. The greatest accumulations will be across the higher terrain in the western portion of the county. * WHEN...From 7 AM Thursday to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on roads and poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact Thanksgiving holiday travel.

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Winter Weather Advisory issued November 26 at 12:51PM EST until November 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 12:51 PM
Expires: Thu November 27, 2025, 1:45 AM

* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 to 4 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slushy and slippery road conditions and reduced visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact Thanksgiving holiday travel. Gusty winds will down tree branches and cause isolated power outages.

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media.