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Burton Branch

River

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Live flow only — 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.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
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Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — 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. USGS gauge 02462500, as of Aug 23, 2:30 AM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Gage height
254.55 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge BLACK WARRIOR R AT BANKHEAD L&D NEAR BESSEMER AL (5.2 mi away), as of Aug 23, 2:30 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at Burton Branch

H: 93° L: 71°
Heavy rain
Heavy rain
74°
|
Feels like 80°
Precipitation
79%
Humidity
85%
Wind
2 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Heavy rain
75°
3 AM
Heavy rain
73°
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
71°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
78°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
90°
3 PM
Heavy rain at times
93°
6 PM
Overcast
88°
9 PM
Overcast
78°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Burton Branch?
Burton Branch is a river in Alabama.
Can you swim at Burton Branch?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.

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Location & Contact

Alabama

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