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Turkey River
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Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionLive 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.
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 21 (median 462 ft³/s over 24 years).
Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionLive 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 05412020, as of Aug 21, 5:45 PM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 21 (median 462 ft³/s over 24 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 21, 5:45 PM gauge-local time
Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 21 (median 462 ft³/s over 24 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Iowa yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Turkey River above French Hollow Cr at Elkader, IA (2.2 mi away), as of Aug 21, 5:45 PM gauge-local time.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Turkey River?
- Turkey River is a river in Iowa.
- Can you swim at Turkey River?
- Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 21, 2026.
- How is Turkey River rated?
- Turkey River in Iowa has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 67 reviews.
- What amenities does Turkey River have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Turkey River include camping-nearby.
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