Can you swim here today?
Scott Creek
California · River
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Scott Creek is 53°F (12°C), measured by USGS gauge 11335000, 17.7 miles away.
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 53°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temperature is 53°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 11335000, as of Aug 21, 10:30 PM gauge-local time
- Flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 10 ft³/s over 118 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk. — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 21, 10:30 PM gauge-local time
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Flow is high for this date — above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 10 ft³/s over 118 years).
Official advisories
Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge COSUMNES R A MICHIGAN BAR CA (17.7 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:30 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.