Can you swim here today?
Howard Creek
Arkansas · River
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Howard Creek is 55°F (13°C), measured by USGS gauge 07054501, 1.9 miles away.
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 55°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temperature is 55°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 07054501, as of Aug 21, 9:00 PM gauge-local time
Water temp
55°F
13°C
No official beach-advisory feed for Arkansas yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge White River at Bull Shoals Dam near Flippin (1.9 mi away), as of Aug 21, 9:00 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.
Read next
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.