Can you swim here today?
Dexter Creek Spring
California · Spring
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Dexter Creek Spring is 51°F (11°C), measured by USGS gauge 10265100, 13.7 miles away.
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 51°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temperature is 51°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 10265100, as of Aug 21, 11:00 AM gauge-local time
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Water temp
51°F
11°C
Streamflow
20 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
6.41 ft
water level
Official advisories
Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge DEADMAN C A BIG SPRINGS NR CRESTVIEW CA (13.7 mi away), as of Aug 21, 11:00 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.