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Salt Wash

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 4 ftΒ³/s over 24 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 09182400, as of Aug 23, 5:30 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 4 ftΒ³/s over 24 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 5:30 PM gauge-local time
Streamflow
4 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
4.35 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 4 ftΒ³/s over 24 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CASTLE CREEK BELOW CASTLE VALLEY NEAR MOAB, UT (2.6 mi away), as of Aug 23, 5:30 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Salt Wash

H: 99Β° L: 69Β°
Cloudy
Cloudy
96Β°
|
Feels like 87Β°
Precipitation
17%
Humidity
16%
Wind
14 mph
UV Index
2.7
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
Patchy rain nearby
76Β°
3 AM
Patchy rain nearby
72Β°
6 AM
Clear
70Β°
9 AM
Sunny
83Β°
12 PM
Sunny
95Β°
3 PM
Sunny
99Β°
6 PM
Overcast
94Β°
9 PM
Overcast
83Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Salt Wash?
Salt Wash is a river in Utah.
Can you swim at Salt Wash?
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 Salt Wash have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Salt Wash include camping-nearby.

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🌊 Rivers & Streams Tips:
  • β€ΊCheck water levels and current conditions before visiting
  • β€ΊWear life jackets when on the water
  • β€ΊBe aware of rapids and potential hazards
  • β€ΊRespect private property along riverbanks
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Location & Contact

Utah

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Amenities

β›Ί Camping nearby