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Photo: Steinbok, Ibex, Gemse, Anderson River Mountain by Tim Gage (CC BY-SA 2.0) License

Anderson River

River

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.

  • Streamflow 2 ft³/s
  • Gage height 4.63 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge MIDDLE FORK ANDERSON RIVER AT BRISTOW, IN (3.9 mi away), as of Oct 20, 2:30 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 03303300, as of Oct 20, 2:30 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 20 (median 3 ft³/s over 65 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 2:30 AM gauge-local time
  • A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Orange; Washington; Scott; Jefferson; Dubois; Crawford; Perry; Harrison; Floyd; Clark and other areas. — NWS Louisville KY

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

Cool today

The Anderson River is a 50.4-mile-long tributary of the Ohio River in southern Indiana in the United States. Via the Ohio, it is part of the watershed of the Mississippi River.

Weather at Anderson River

51°F, Cloudy · H 73° / L 49° · 3% chance of rain
H: 73° L: 49°
Cloudy
Cloudy
51°
|
Feels like 48°
Precipitation
3%
Humidity
61%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
51°
3 AM
Overcast
50°
6 AM
Overcast
50°
9 AM
Partly Cloudy
58°
12 PM
Sunny
70°
3 PM
Sunny
73°
6 PM
Sunny
61°
9 PM
Clear
55°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Anderson River?
Anderson River is a river in Indiana.
Can you swim at Anderson River?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Anderson River rated?
Anderson River in Indiana has an average visitor rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on 23 reviews.

Location & Contact

Indiana

Indiana None

🌊 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Check water levels and current conditions before visiting
  • ›Wear life jackets when on the water
  • ›Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
  • ›Respect private property along riverbanks
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