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Unity Island

Buffalo, New York, United States

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  • Water Quality Status
    No relevant data Fri, Feb 6, 2026 at 12:20am
  • Air Temperature
    0.2°C / 32.4°F (air) Sat, Feb 21, 2026 at 5:30am
  • Wind
    24.8 - 35.4km/h WSW 239° Sat, Feb 21, 2026 at 5:30am
  • Light snow
    Light snow Sat, Feb 21, 2026 at 5:30am
  • Precipitation
    0mm Sat, Feb 21, 2026 at 5:30am
  • Air Visibility
    14km Sat, Feb 21, 2026 at 5:30am
  • Humidity
    85% Sat, Feb 21, 2026 at 5:30am

Unity Island is an island separating the Niagara River and the Black Rock Canal, located within the city limits of Buffalo, New York. The historic island is home to two public parks and a water treatment facility. It is connected to the mainland by a two-span swing bridge. The island's original name in the Seneca language is Deyowenoguhdoh.

This location serves as a popular fishing, picnic, and recreation area for residents of Buffalo, especially those of its west side neighborhoods. The sampling location is within the popular fishing area, downstream of the Buffalo Sewer Authority's wastewater treatment facility. It is monitored because of its proximity to the facility, and a nearby combined sewer overflow.

The description above was copied from or heavily based on Swim Guide, with permission.

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