Where is Flat Rock Branch?

Flat Rock Branch is a river in Arkansas.

What is the water temperature at Flat Rock Branch?

As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Flat Rock Branch in Arkansas is 49°F (9°C), measured by USGS gauge 07076000, 8.7 miles away.

Updated June 13, 2026

Flat Rock Branch

River

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 49°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

Water temperature is 49°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 49°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

Water temperature is 49°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 07076000, as of Aug 22, 3:00 AM gauge-local time

Water temp

49°F

9°C

Streamflow

69 ft³/s

discharge

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Little Red River near Heber Springs (8.7 mi away), as of Aug 22, 3:00 AM gauge-local time.

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Weather at Flat Rock Branch

H: 102° L: 75°

Clear

78°

Feels like 81°

Precipitation

57%

Humidity

60%

Wind

2 mph

UV Index

Water Conditions:

🏊Perfect for swimming

12 AM

80°

3 AM

78°

6 AM

75°

9 AM

85°

12 PM

99°

3 PM

82°

6 PM

98°

9 PM

83°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Flat Rock Branch?: Flat Rock Branch is a river in Arkansas.
What is the water temperature at Flat Rock Branch?: As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Flat Rock Branch in Arkansas is 49°F (9°C), measured by USGS gauge 07076000, 8.7 miles away.
Can you swim at Flat Rock Branch?: Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 49°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 22, 2026.

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