Can you swim here today?
San Jacinto River
Texas · River
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of August 23, 2026, USGS gauge 08072050, 0.3 miles away, reports a streamflow of 962 ft³/s near San Jacinto River but no water-temperature reading.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 08072050, as of Aug 23, 1:15 AM gauge-local time
- A Heat Advisory is in effect for Houston; Trinity; Madison; Walker; San Jacinto; Polk; Burleson; Brazos; Washington; Grimes; Montgomery and other areas. — NWS Houston/Galveston TX
- The official beach-advisory feed could not be checked.
Streamflow
962 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
-0.39 ft
water level
The official beach-advisory feed for Texas could not be checked right now.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge San Jacinto Rv nr Sheldon, TX (0.3 mi away), as of Aug 23, 1:15 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.