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Falls Lake Dam
Wake Forest, North Carolina · Park
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionAs of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Falls Lake Dam is 68°F (20°C), measured by USGS gauge 02087182, 0.1 miles away.
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 68°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 68°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — USGS gauge 02087182, as of Oct 20, 5:45 AM gauge-local time
Water temp
68°F
20°C
No official beach-advisory feed for North Carolina yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge FALLS LAKE ABOVE DAM NR FALLS, NC (0.1 mi away), as of Oct 20, 5:45 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.