Division of Water Quality
South Fork Ogden River Recreational Monitoring
South Fork Ogden River runs from the outflow of Causey Reservoir to the inlet of Pineview Reservoir. 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.
Updates
August 3, 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: South Fork Ogden River Upper Meadows Campground
July 20, 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: South Fork Ogden River Upper Meadows Campground
July 13, 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: South Fork Ogden River Upper Meadows Campground
July 6, 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: South Fork Ogden River Upper Meadows Campground
2026 recreational monitoring now active
Our sampling crews are currently out in the field, prioritizing waterbodies based on health risks and verified reports. Monitoring data for South Fork Ogden River is not yet available—please check back soon for updates.