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Turtle Creek

River

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Live flow only β€” 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.
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 94 ftΒ³/s over 87 years).
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Live flow only β€” judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only β€” 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. β€” USGS gauge 05457000, as of Aug 23, 4:00 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 94 ftΒ³/s over 87 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 4:00 PM gauge-local time
Streamflow
119 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.99 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 94 ftΒ³/s over 87 years).

No official beach-advisory feed for Minnesota yet β€” follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CEDAR RIVER NEAR AUSTIN, MN (0.7 mi away), as of Aug 23, 4:00 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Turtle Creek

H: 79Β° L: 50Β°
Sunny
Sunny
79Β°
|
Feels like 79Β°
Precipitation
6%
Humidity
43%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
4.1
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
Clear
59Β°
3 AM
Clear
55Β°
6 AM
Fog
50Β°
9 AM
Sunny
59Β°
12 PM
Sunny
75Β°
3 PM
Sunny
79Β°
6 PM
Sunny
78Β°
9 PM
Overcast
65Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Turtle Creek?
Turtle Creek is a river in Minnesota.
Can you swim at Turtle Creek?
Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.
What amenities does Turtle Creek have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Turtle Creek include camping-nearby.

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Location & Contact

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Amenities

β›Ί Camping nearby