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South Fork Foundation Creek

River

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. USGS gauge 12492900, as of Aug 23, 8:00 AM gauge-local time
Water temp
59°F
15°C
Streamflow
3 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
4.62 ft
water level

No official beach-advisory feed for Washington yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge OAK CREEK ABOVE TIETON RIVER NEAR NACHES, WA (17.1 mi away), as of Aug 23, 8:00 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at South Fork Foundation Creek

H: 88° L: 59°
Sunny
Sunny
70°
|
Feels like 68°
Precipitation
1%
Humidity
48%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
1.7
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable
12 AM
Clear
70°
3 AM
Clear
65°
6 AM
Clear
59°
9 AM
Sunny
70°
12 PM
Sunny
86°
3 PM
Sunny
84°
6 PM
Sunny
83°
9 PM
Clear
71°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is South Fork Foundation Creek?
South Fork Foundation Creek is a river in Washington.
What is the water temperature at South Fork Foundation Creek?
As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at South Fork Foundation Creek in Washington is 59°F (15°C), measured by USGS gauge 12492900, 17.1 miles away.
Can you swim at South Fork Foundation Creek?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 23, 2026.
What amenities does South Fork Foundation Creek have?
Visitor-listed amenities at South Fork Foundation Creek include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

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