Can you swim here today?
Irving Creek
Colorado · River
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Irving Creek is 56°F (13°C), measured by USGS gauge 09352900, 6.7 miles away.
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 56°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temperature is 56°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 09352900, as of Aug 21, 11:45 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 21 (median 84 ft³/s over 63 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 21, 11:45 AM gauge-local time
Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Aug 21 (median 84 ft³/s over 63 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Colorado yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge VALLECITO CREEK NEAR BAYFIELD, CO. (6.7 mi away), as of Aug 21, 11:45 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.