Can you swim here today?
Calvin Childress Number Two Lake
Alabama · Reservoir
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Calvin Childress Number Two Lake is 87°F (30°C), measured by NOAA buoy PPTA1, 18.8 miles away.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Baldwin, AL; Choctaw, AL; Clarke, AL; Conecuh, AL; Escambia, AL; Mobile, AL; Monroe, AL and other areas.
- A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Baldwin, AL; Choctaw, AL; Clarke, AL; Conecuh, AL; Escambia, AL; Mobile, AL; Monroe, AL and other areas. — NWS Mobile AL
- A Heat Advisory is in effect for Choctaw; Washington; Clarke; Wilcox; Monroe; Conecuh; Butler; Crenshaw; Escambia; Covington; Mobile Inland and other areas. — NWS Mobile AL
- Water temperature is 87°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns. — NOAA buoy PPTA1, as of Aug 21, 7:00 PM UTC
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
87°F
30°C
No official beach-advisory feed for Alabama yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live data from NOAA buoy PPTA1 (18.8 mi away), as of Aug 21, 7:00 PM 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.