Can you swim here today?
Phillips Creek
Mississippi · River
Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionAs of August 21, 2026, USGS gauge 07029270, 16.8 miles away, reports a streamflow of 44 ft³/s near Phillips Creek 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 07029270, as of Aug 21, 10:15 AM UTC
Streamflow
44 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
8.44 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for Mississippi yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge HATCHIE RIVER NR WALNUT, MS (16.8 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:15 AM UTC.
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.