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Silver Creek Plunge

Idaho ยท Spring

Live flow only โ€” judge the water in person

Use caution

As of August 23, 2026, USGS gauge 13236000, 8.1 miles away, reports a gage height of 5308.85 ft near Silver Creek Plunge but no water-temperature reading.

Live flow only โ€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. โ€” USGS gauge 13236000, as of Aug 23, 10:30 AM gauge-local time
Gage height
5308.85 ft
water level

No official beach-advisory feed for Idaho yet โ€” follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge DEADWOOD RES NR LOWMAN ID (8.1 mi away), as of Aug 23, 10:30 AM gauge-local time.

Before you get in

  • Never swim alone โ€” 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 โ€” 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.