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Harmful Algae Present
- Do not swim or water ski
- Avoid areas of algae when boating
- Keep animals away
- Do not drink the water
- Clean fish well and discard guts
Updates:
July 12, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: A harmful algal bloom is present at Piute Reservoir. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins that can make humans and animals sick.
The Central Utah Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Piute Reservoir:
- Do not swim or water ski
- Avoid areas of algae when boating
- Clean fish well and discard guts
- Keep animals away
- Don’t drink the water
- Know how to recognize a harmful algal bloom
July 9, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: Our monitoring team saw a harmful algal bloom at Piute Reservoir. There could be algae in the water producing dangerous toxins. We collected samples and results are pending. Check back here for updates.
In the meantime we recommend:
- Do not swim or water ski in areas of algae
- Avoid areas of algae when boating
- Clean fish well and discard guts
- Keep animals away from algae
- Don’t drink the water
- Know how to recognize a harmful algal bloom
June 25, 2024: Waterborne pathogen (E. coli) & harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
June 24, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
OK, but be careful: Sample results from June 24th indicate low levels of harmful algae at locations around Piute Reservoir. Know what to look out for and avoid visible algae when recreating.
June 18, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
OK, but be careful: Sample results from June 12th indicate low levels of harmful algae at locations around Piute Reservoir. Know what to look out for and avoid visible algae when recreating.
June 12, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: Our monitoring team saw visible signs of harmful algae at Piute Reservoir. There could be algae in the water producing dangerous toxins. We collected samples and results are pending. Check back here for updates.
In the meantime we recommend:
Do not swim or water ski in areas of algae
- Avoid areas of algae when boating
- Clean fish well and discard guts
- Keep animals away from algae
- Don’t drink the water
- Know how to recognize a harmful algal bloom
May 21, 2024: Waterborne pathogen (E. coli) monitoring update
GOOD NEWS: E. coli counts were measured below Utah Department of Health recreational thresholds. Sampling suggests that the water is safe from harmful bacteria and viruses.
Site sampled: Piute Rest at Piute State Park