Can you swim here today?
Lawton Drain
Michigan · River
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of August 23, 2026, USGS gauge 04102148, 2.5 miles away, reports a streamflow of 54 ft³/s near Lawton Drain 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 04102148, as of Aug 23, 2:30 PM gauge-local time
- A Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for Mason; Oceana; Muskegon; Ottawa; Allegan; Van Buren. — NWS Grand Rapids MI
Streamflow
54 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
4.05 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for Michigan yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge SOUTH BRANCH PAW PAW RIVER NEAR PAW PAW, MI (2.5 mi away), as of Aug 23, 2:30 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.