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Brady Wash

Arizona · River

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

Use caution

As of August 22, 2026, USGS gauge 09475500, 20 miles away, reports a streamflow of 4 ft³/s near Brady Wash but no water-temperature reading.

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. USGS gauge 09475500, as of Aug 22, 12:00 AM gauge-local time
  • An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Western Pima County Including Ajo/Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument and other areas. NWS Tucson AZ
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 22 (median 431 ft³/s over 41 years). USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 12:00 AM gauge-local time
Streamflow
4 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.14 ft
water level

Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Aug 22 (median 431 ft³/s over 41 years).

No official beach-advisory feed for Arizona yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge FLORENCE-CASA GRANDE CANAL, NEAR FLORENCE, AZ. (20 mi away), as of Aug 22, 12:00 AM 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.