Can you swim here today?
Duck Creek
Illinois · River
Not today — an official hazard warning is active
Avoid todayAs of August 23, 2026, USGS gauge 05568615, 3.9 miles away, reports a gage height of 14.79 ft near Duck Creek but no water-temperature reading.
Not today — an official hazard warning is active: a Flood Warning is in effect for Cass, IL; Fulton, IL; Mason, IL.
- A Flood Warning is in effect for Cass, IL; Fulton, IL; Mason, IL. — NWS Lincoln IL
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 05568615, as of Aug 23, 2:45 AM gauge-local time
Gage height
14.79 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for Illinois yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge ILLINOIS RIVER AT COPPERAS CREEK, IL (3.9 mi away), as of Aug 23, 2:45 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.