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Photo: Unnamed creek at the Ozark Natural Science Center by Brandonrush (CC0) License

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date

Use caution

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
  • Flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 23 (median 9 ft³/s over 60 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk.
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Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date

Use caution

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. USGS gauge 03382100, as of Aug 22, 9:30 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 23 (median 9 ft³/s over 60 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk. USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 9:30 PM gauge-local time
Streamflow
20 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.50 ft
water level

Flow is high for this date — above the 75th percentile for Aug 23 (median 9 ft³/s over 60 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge SOUTH FORK SALINE RIVER NR CARRIER MILLS, IL (9.5 mi away), as of Aug 22, 9:30 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Ozark Creek

H: 93° L: 66°
Clear
Clear
72°
|
Feels like 73°
Precipitation
6%
Humidity
70%
Wind
6 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable
12 AM
Clear
71°
3 AM
Clear
69°
6 AM
Clear
66°
9 AM
Sunny
76°
12 PM
Sunny
91°
3 PM
Sunny
91°
6 PM
Sunny
85°
9 PM
Clear
75°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ozark Creek?
Ozark Creek is a river in Illinois.
Can you swim at Ozark Creek?
Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Ozark Creek rated?
Ozark Creek in Illinois has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 5 reviews.
What amenities does Ozark Creek have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Ozark Creek include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

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