Updates:
December 1, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
Recreational monitoring has ended for the season. Monitoring will resume in summer 2024. Waterborne pathogen or harmful algal bloom concerns may still arise at this waterbody. Know what to look for and check before recreating.
October 25, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: Conditions were improved with only low levels of harmful algae present. Check back for updates.
Davis County Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Holmes Creek Reservoir:
- Do not swim
- 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
October 12, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: A harmful algal bloom is present at Holmes Creek Reservoir. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins that can make humans and animals sick.
Davis County Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Holmes Creek Reservoir:
- Do not swim
- 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 26, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: A harmful algal bloom is present at Holmes Creek Reservoir. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins that can make humans and animals sick.
Davis County Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Holmes Creek Reservoir:
- Do not swim
- 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 31, 2023: 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: Dam Southeast End
July 26, 2023: 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: Dam Southeast End
July 11, 2023: 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: Dam Southeast End