Category: Health Advisory Panel

  • Utah Lake E. coli Event 2017

    Utah Lake E. coli Sampling Data (June 8, 2016 – Present) Sandy Beach Update: November 6, 2017 The Sandy Beach advisory remained in place until the end of the routine sampling season (May 1 – October 31) at which time the Utah County Health Department removed advisory signs. DWQ will continue to investigate sources of…

  • Syracuse Pond E. coli Event 2017

    Davis County Health Department issued an E. coli related advisory on July 26, 2017 for Syracuse Pond located in Syracuse, Utah. Davis County Health Department continued to monitor E. coli concentrations throughout the summer, and removed the advisory on October 16, 2017. The advisory was removed following 5 consecutive samples that met water quality standards.…

  • North Fork Virgin River E. coli Event 2017

    Update November 6, 2017 The advisory remains in place for the North Fork Virgin River. Results from the 2016 and 2017 sampling season indicate that water quality is improving on the North Fork Virgin River. However, the National Park Service continues to educate backcountry visitors about the possible health risks associated with water contaminated by…

  • Clinton Pond E. coli Event 2017

    Davis County Health Department issued an E. coli related advisory on July 7, 2017 for Clinton Pond located in Clinton, Utah. Davis County Health Department monitored E. coli concentrations at Clinton Pond throughout the summer, and removed the advisory on October 16, 2017. The advisory was removed following 5 consecutive samples that met water quality…

  • E. coli Frequently Asked Questions

    What is my risk if there is an advisory? Most strains of E. coli are not dangerous to people. However, some can cause illness such as diarrhea, urinary tract infections, and other infections. Some infections are very mild, but others are severe or even life-threatening. More information on the health effects of E. coli can…

  • Utah Department of Agriculture and Food Response Plan:
    Harmful Algal Blooms

    The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) has developed a Response Plan to inform, educate, and engage with agricultural producers when water-quality issues arise from HABs. Quick response and notification of farmers and ranchers about the possible harmful effects of HABs to their crops and livestock will help them make critical decisions regarding water…

  • Learn About & Check Utah Recreational Water Quality

    Related Links We monitor for two health concerns in popular Utah lakes, reservoirs, and rivers. Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs)can produce dangerous toxins that pose serious health risks to humans, pets, and livestock. These blooms develop when naturally occurring cyanobacteria in the water multiply very quickly to form green or blue-green water, scum, or mats. Waterborne…

  • Division of Drinking Water Harmful Algal Bloom & Cyanotoxin Response Plan

    The Division of Drinking Water offers a variety of information and assistance to public water systems that are susceptible to HABs. Find information and resources to help prevent and manage a bloom on this page.

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