Can you swim here today?
Deep River Dam
Lake Station, Indiana · Park
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Deep River Dam is 76°F (25°C), measured by USGS gauge 04093100, 0.3 miles away.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Boone, IL; Cook, IL; De Kalb, IL; DuPage, IL; Ford, IL; Grundy, IL; Iroquois, IL; Kane, IL and other areas.
- A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Boone, IL; Cook, IL; De Kalb, IL; DuPage, IL; Ford, IL; Grundy, IL; Iroquois, IL; Kane, IL and other areas. — NWS Chicago IL
- Water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 04093100, as of Aug 21, 6:15 PM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for Indiana yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge DEEP RIVER NEAR LIVERPOOL, IN (0.3 mi away), as of Aug 21, 6:15 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.