Can you swim here today?
Irving Creek
Mississippi · River
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Irving Creek is 90°F (32°C), measured by USGS gauge 02488000, 6.5 miles away.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: an Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Morehouse; West Carroll; East Carroll; Richland; Madison; Franklin; Catahoula; Tensas; Concordia and other areas.
- An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Morehouse; West Carroll; East Carroll; Richland; Madison; Franklin; Catahoula; Tensas; Concordia and other areas. — NWS Jackson MS
- Water temperature is 90°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns. — USGS gauge 02488000, as of Aug 21, 12:30 PM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 21 (median 785 ft³/s over 27 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 21, 12:30 PM gauge-local time
Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 21 (median 785 ft³/s over 27 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Mississippi yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge PEARL RIVER AT ROCKPORT, MS (6.5 mi away), as of Aug 21, 12:30 PM gauge-local time.
Before you get in
- Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
- Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
- Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
- Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
- Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.