Division of Water Quality

Palisade Reservoir Recreational Monitoring

Palisade Reservoir is located south of Manti in Sanpete County. DEQ’s recreational water quality monitoring checks for two health concerns: Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) and Waterborne Pathogens (E. coli). Find the most recent monitoring information below.

No advisories have been issued for this waterbody. Swimming, boating, and eating fish is OK.

Looks Good!

There are no current health advisories for this water body.

Conditions may change quickly. Check before entering the water and know how to spot a harmful algal bloom.

Updates

July 27, 2026: Waterborne pathogen (E. coli) monitoring update

GOOD NEWS: E. coli counts were measured below recreational thresholds. Sampling suggests that the water is safe from harmful bacteria and viruses.

Site(s) sampled: Pioneer Beach

June 16, 2026: Waterborne pathogen (E. coli) monitoring update

GOOD NEWS: E. coli counts were measured below recreational thresholds. Sampling suggests that the water is safe from harmful bacteria and viruses.

Site(s) sampled: State Park Beach, Pioneer Beach, San Pitch Beach

May 21, 2026: Waterborne pathogen (E. coli) monitoring update

Good News: E. coli counts were measured below recreational thresholds. Sampling suggests that the water is safe from harmful bacteria and viruses.

Site(s) sampled: State Park Beach, Pioneer Beach, San Pitch Beach