Can you swim here today?
Anderson River
Indiana · River
Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionAs of October 20, 2026, USGS gauge 03303300, 3.9 miles away, reports a streamflow of 2 ft³/s near Anderson River 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 03303300, as of Oct 20, 3:30 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 20 (median 3 ft³/s over 65 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 3:30 AM gauge-local time
- A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Orange; Washington; Scott; Jefferson; Dubois; Crawford; Perry; Harrison; Floyd; Clark and other areas. — NWS Louisville KY
Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 20 (median 3 ft³/s over 65 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Indiana yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge MIDDLE FORK ANDERSON RIVER AT BRISTOW, IN (3.9 mi away), as of Oct 20, 3:30 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.