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Bear Creek

River

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

Use caution

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
  • A Heat Advisory is in effect for Houston; Trinity; Madison; Walker; San Jacinto; Polk; Burleson; Brazos; Washington; Grimes; Montgomery and other areas.
Use cautionHot — visit early

river in San Jacinto County, Texas, United States of America

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Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

Use caution

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. USGS gauge 08069852, as of Aug 22, 2:15 PM gauge-local time
  • A Heat Advisory is in effect for Houston; Trinity; Madison; Walker; San Jacinto; Polk; Burleson; Brazos; Washington; Grimes; Montgomery and other areas. NWS Houston/Galveston TX
  • No official beach advisory posted (Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) checked).
Gage height
155.25 ft
water level

Official advisories

Checked against Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) — no advisory posted.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Winters Bayou at Tony Tap Rd nr Cleveland, TX (1.2 mi away), as of Aug 22, 2:15 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Bear Creek

H: 106° L: 78°
Sunny
Sunny
106°
|
Feels like 111°
Precipitation
6%
Humidity
32%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
8.2
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen
12 AM
Overcast
84°
3 AM
Overcast
81°
6 AM
Overcast
79°
9 AM
Sunny
85°
12 PM
Sunny
101°
3 PM
Sunny
106°
6 PM
Sunny
103°
9 PM
Overcast
91°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bear Creek?
Bear Creek is a river in Texas.
Can you swim at Bear Creek?
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.

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Very warm - visit early morning or evening
🌊 Rivers & Streams Tips:
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  • Wear life jackets when on the water
  • Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
  • Respect private property along riverbanks
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Location & Contact

Texas

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