Can you swim here today?
Suttons Branch
South Carolina · River
Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Suttons Branch is 86°F (30°C), measured by USGS gauge 02147801, 5.7 miles away.
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 86°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 86°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 02147801, as of Aug 21, 11:00 PM gauge-local time
Water temp
86°F
30°C
Streamflow
3,970 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
11.24 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for South Carolina yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge LAKE WATEREE TAILRACE ABOVE CAMDEN, SC (5.7 mi away), as of Aug 21, 11:00 PM 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.