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Executive Director’s OfficeReport a Bloom
24-Hour DEQ Environment Incidents Line: (801) 536-4123
Call Utah Poison Control Center
If you believe you or your pet have been exposed to a harmful algal bloom, call (800) 222-1222.
Update November 1, 2021 (Waterborne Pathogens)
On October 27th, the Southeast Health Department visited Kens Lake. Samples taken near the parking area at South beach did not contain E. coli above recreational thresholds. Routine sampling will continue monthly.
Update August 25, 2021 (Waterborne Pathogens)
On August 21st, the Southeast Health Department visited Kens Lake. Samples taken near the parking area at South beach did not contain E. coli above recreational thresholds. Routine sampling will continue monthly.
Update June 11, 2021 (Waterborne Pathogens)
On June 3rd, the Southeast Health Department visited Kens Lake. Samples taken near the parking area at South beach did not contain E. coli above recreational thresholds. Routine sampling will continue monthly.
Update June 2, 2021 (Waterborne Pathogens)
The Division of Water Quality and the Utah Department of Health began monitoring for waterborne pathogens on June 1st, 2021. As UDWQ and UDOH continue to visit and monitor waterbodies, updates will be posted.
