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Dickson Branch

River

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
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natural watercourse in Knott County, Kentucky, United States of America

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. USGS gauge 03277450, as of Aug 22, 10:00 PM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
77°F
25°C
Gage height
8.39 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CARR FORK NEAR SASSAFRAS, KY (3.7 mi away), as of Aug 22, 10:00 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Dickson Branch

H: 88° L: 66°
Moderate rain
Moderate rain
73°
|
Feels like 75°
Precipitation
71%
Humidity
75%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Clear
70°
3 AM
Clear
68°
6 AM
Fog
69°
9 AM
Sunny
72°
12 PM
Overcast
82°
3 PM
Sunny
88°
6 PM
Cloudy
85°
9 PM
Moderate rain
74°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Dickson Branch?
Dickson Branch is a river in Kentucky.
What is the water temperature at Dickson Branch?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Dickson Branch in Kentucky is 77°F (25°C), measured by USGS gauge 03277450, 3.7 miles away.
Can you swim at Dickson Branch?
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.

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