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 arise at this waterbody. Know what to look for and check before recreating.
September 28, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
GOOD NEWS: Our monitoring team did not see any visible signs of a harmful algal bloom during the past two visits. Learn more about harmful algal blooms.
Sites visited: Taylor Hollow, Big Rock Campground, Pratt Group Pavilion
September 19, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: Only low levels of harmful algae were present at East Canyon Reservoir – conditions are looking much better! Check back for updates on advisory status.
In the meantime, Weber-Morgan Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit East Canyon 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
September 12, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: A harmful algal bloom is present at East Canyon Reservoir. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins that can make humans and animals sick.
Sites Sampled: Big Rock Campground Day-Use Area, Taylor Hollow, Main Dock
Weber-Morgan Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit East Canyon 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
August 24, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: A harmful algal bloom is present at East Canyon Reservoir. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins that can make humans and animals sick.
Weber-Morgan Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit East Canyon 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
August 22, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: Sampling results from August 18 indicate harmful algae is present in the water, but at levels slightly below advisory thresholds. We will keep an eye on East Canyon and post updates here.
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
- Don’t drink the water
- Know how to recognize a harmful algal bloom
August 18, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
OK, but be careful: Our monitoring team saw some areas of harmful algae at East Canyon Reservoir. We collected samples and results are pending. Check back here for updates. In the meantime, know how to recognize a harmful algal bloom, and avoid areas of algae when recreating.
July 18, 2023: 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.
Sites sampled: Taylor Hollow, Big Rock Campground, Pratt Group Pavilion
June 12, 2023: 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 sampled: East Canyon State Park Dock and Taylor Hollow