Can you swim here today?
Greer Creek
North Carolina · River
Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionAs of August 21, 2026, USGS gauge 0344632850, 5.1 miles away, reports a streamflow of 146 ft³/s near Greer Creek but no water-temperature reading.
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 0344632850, as of Aug 21, 6:30 PM gauge-local time
- A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Buncombe; Transylvania; Henderson; Rutherford Mountains; Greater Rutherford; Polk Mountains and other areas. — NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Streamflow
146 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
6.83 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for North Carolina yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge MUD CREEK AT SECONDARY ROAD 1503 NEAR BALFOUR, NC (5.1 mi away), as of Aug 21, 6:30 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.