Can you swim here today?
Dickson Creek
Illinois · River
Not today — an official hazard warning is active
Avoid todayAs of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Dickson Creek is 73°F (23°C), measured by USGS gauge 05568705, 9.1 miles away.
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
- Water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 05568705, as of Aug 22, 8:00 PM gauge-local time
Water temp
73°F
23°C
Streamflow
184 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
16.59 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for Illinois yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge MASON TAZEWELL DRAINAGE D AT CR2350E NR TOPEKA, IL (9.1 mi away), as of Aug 22, 8:00 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.