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Red Bird Creek

Dallas, Texas · River

Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe

Good to swim

As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Red Bird Creek is 90°F (32°C), measured by USGS gauge 08057410, 6.7 miles away.

Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe: water temperature is 90°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns.

  • Water temperature is 90°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns. — USGS gauge 08057410, as of Aug 22, 9:00 PM gauge-local time
  • No official beach advisory posted (Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) checked).
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 640 ft³/s over 66 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 9:00 PM gauge-local time
Water temp
90°F
32°C
Streamflow
478 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
1.08 ft
water level

Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 640 ft³/s over 66 years).

Official advisories

Checked against Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) — no advisory posted.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Trinity Rv bl Dallas, TX (6.7 mi away), as of Aug 22, 9:00 PM gauge-local time.

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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.