Can you swim here today?
Silver Creek
Michigan · River
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at Silver Creek is 73°F (23°C), measured by USGS gauge 04108660, 2.6 miles away.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for Mason; Oceana; Muskegon; Ottawa; Allegan; Van Buren.
- A Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for Mason; Oceana; Muskegon; Ottawa; Allegan; Van Buren. — NWS Grand Rapids MI
- Water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 04108660, as of Aug 23, 11:00 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 1,460 ft³/s over 25 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 11:00 AM gauge-local time
Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 1,460 ft³/s over 25 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Michigan yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge KALAMAZOO RIVER AT NEW RICHMOND, MI (2.6 mi away), as of Aug 23, 11:00 AM 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.