Can you swim here today?
Flat Rock Creek
Arkansas · River
Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe
Good to swimAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Flat Rock Creek is 87°F (31°C), measured by USGS gauge 07075000, 12.7 miles away.
Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe: water temperature is 87°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns.
- Water temperature is 87°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns. — USGS gauge 07075000, as of Aug 21, 10:00 AM UTC
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 10 ft³/s over 66 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 21, 10:00 AM UTC
Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 10 ft³/s over 66 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Arkansas yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Middle Fork of Little Red River at Shirley, AR (12.7 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:00 AM UTC.
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.