Category: Health Advisory Panel

  • Emigration Creek: Near Wasatch Hollows
    E. coli Monitoring 2019

    Update August 8, 2019 Samples collected on July 2, 2019, by the Salt Lake County Health Department at Emigration Creek near Wasatch Hollows showed E. coli levels above the maximum water quality standard. Utah uses the Most Probable Number (MPN) method to estimate the concentration of E. coli in a water sample. The presence of…

  • Emigration Creek: at Maple Lane Road Crossing
    E. coli Monitoring 2019

    Update August 8, 2019 Samples collected on July 2, 2019, by the Salt Lake County Health Department at Emigration Creek at the Maple Lane road crossing showed E. coli levels above the maximum water quality standard. Utah uses the Most Probable Number (MPN) method to estimate the concentration of E. coli in a water sample.…

  • Emigration Creek: at Dog Park, Below Pond
    E. coli Monitoring 2019

    Update August 8, 2019 Samples collected on July 2, 2019, by the Salt Lake County Health Department at Emigration Creek at the dog park below the pond showed E. coli levels above the maximum water quality standard. Utah uses the Most Probable Number (MPN) method to estimate the concentration of E. coli in a water…

  • Calf Creek Recreational Monitoring

    Related Links Updates June 27, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update BE CAREFUL: Harmful algae mats (benthic cyanobacteria) were observed growing in the water by the Calf Creek Campground and parts of the Lower Calf Creek trail. If visiting Calf Creek, we recommend: June 24, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update BE CAREFUL:…

  • Virgin River Watershed Recreational Monitoring

    This webpage is updated monthly with information provided by Zion National Park. The Utah Division of Water Quality does not routinely conduct HAB sampling within the Virgin River Watershed. If you have additional questions, please contact Zion National Park by calling (435) 772-3256.

  • Yuba Lake Recreational Monitoring

    Related Links Updates August 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: North Beach, East Beach, West Beach.  August 8, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update…

  • Willard Peak Pond Recreational Monitoring

    Related Links Updates August 29, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update BE CAREFUL: A harmful algal bloom is present at Willard Peak Pond. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins that can make humans and animals sick.  Bear River Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.  If you visit Willard Peak Pond:…

  • Willard Bay Recreational Monitoring

    Related Links Updated: August 7, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update GOOD NEWS: Our monitoring team did not see any visible signs of a harmful algal bloom. Learn more about harmful algal blooms. Site visited: Eagle Beach, State Park N marina swim beach, Pelican Beach  July 18, 2024: Waterborne pathogen (E. coli) monitoring update…

  • Weber River Recreational Monitoring

    Related Links Updates: August 27, 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: Henefer exit, Taggart town I-84 crossing.  August 27, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update…

  • Weber Basin Job Corp Pond Recreational Monitoring

    Related Links Updates: July 31, 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: South of facility June 20, 2024: Waterborne pathogen (E. coli) monitoring update  GOOD NEWS: E.…

  • Utah Lake Recreational Monitoring

    Related Links American Fork Marina, Lindon Marina Other areas of Utah Lake Report a Bloom • (801) 536-4123 Utah Poison Control • (800) 222-1222 Updates American Fork Marina, Lindon Marina: Health Watch August 30, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update BE CAREFUL: Areas of accumulating harmful algae have been observed at these locations. Know…

  • Tibble Fork Reservoir Recreational Monitoring

    Related Links Updates: July 18, 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: Swim beach June 26, 2024: Waterborne pathogen (E. coli) monitoring update GOOD NEWS: E. coli…

  • Strawberry Reservoir Recreational Monitoring

    Related Links Updates August 28, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) & E. coli monitoring update GOOD NEWS: Harmful algae cell density and E. coli counts were measured below Utah Department of Health recreational thresholds. Sampling suggests that the water is safe from harmful algae, bacteria, and viruses. Learn more about harmful algal blooms here. Site…

  • Steinaker Reservoir Recreational Monitoring

    Related Links Updates October 31, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update Recreational monitoring has ended for the season. Monitoring will resume in summer 2024. A harmful algal bloom may still be present at this waterbody. Know what to look for and check before recreating. September 27, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update BE…

  • Starvation Reservoir Recreational Monitoring

    Related Links Updates August 28, 2024: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update GOOD NEWS: Our monitoring team did not see visible signs of a harmful algal bloom. Learn more about harmful algal blooms. Site visited: State Park day use area, Indian Bay day use area, N side of Juniper Point campground, Knights Hollow day use…

  • Spring Lake Recreational Monitoring

    Monitoring updates will resume in June 2023

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