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Weekly swim report · August 21, 2026

South Dakota swim report

On August 21, 2026 the warmest USGS water reading in South Dakota was 74°F at CHEYENNE RIVER AT RED SHIRT, SD; no water-related NWS hazards are active.

Warmest water

The warmest of 1 sensor reporting a water temperature in South Dakota today. Station names open the official monitoring page.

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    CHEYENNE RIVER AT RED SHIRT, SDUSGS gauge · 44 ft³/s
    74°F 23°C8 hrs ago

Active hazards in South Dakota

No water-related NWS hazards are active in South Dakota right now. Checked live against the National Weather Service alert feed.

Where to swim in South Dakota

The most-reviewed, well-rated water destinations in South Dakota — check each one’s live conditions before you go.

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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.