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Silver Creek
Iowa · River
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionAs of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at Silver Creek is 70°F (21°C), measured by USGS gauge 05464475, 1.3 miles away.
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — USGS gauge 05464475, as of Aug 23, 4:30 PM gauge-local time
Water temp
70°F
21°C
Streamflow
8 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
5.08 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for Iowa yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Morgan Creek near Covington, IA (1.3 mi away), as of Aug 23, 4:30 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.