Can you swim here today?
Phelps Run
Pennsylvania · River
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Phelps Run is 75°F (24°C), measured by USGS gauge 03017500, 7 miles away.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Belmont, OH; Carroll, OH; Columbiana, OH; Coshocton, OH; Guernsey, OH; Harrison, OH; Jefferson, OH and other areas.
- A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Belmont, OH; Carroll, OH; Columbiana, OH; Coshocton, OH; Guernsey, OH; Harrison, OH; Jefferson, OH and other areas. — NWS Pittsburgh PA
- Water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 03017500, as of Aug 22, 3:00 PM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 60 ft³/s over 56 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 3:00 PM gauge-local time
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 60 ft³/s over 56 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Pennsylvania yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Tionesta Creek at Lynch, PA (7 mi away), as of Aug 22, 3:00 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.