Updates
November 29, 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 26, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: A harmful algal bloom is still present at Scofield Reservoir. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins that can make humans and animals sick.
Southeast Utah County Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Scofield 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
October 5, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: A harmful algal bloom is still present at Scofield Reservoir. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins that can make humans and animals sick.
Southeast Utah County Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Scofield 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 25, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: A harmful algal bloom is still present at Scofield Reservoir. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins that can make humans and animals sick.
Southeast Utah County Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Scofield 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 20, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: A harmful algal bloom is still present at Scofield Reservoir. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins that can make humans and animals sick.
Sites visited: Mountain View Campground, Madsen Bay Boat Ramp, Miller Canyon Crossing, SW Beach, Price River entrance
Southeast Utah County Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Scofield 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 still present at Scofield Reservoir. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins that can make humans and animals sick.
Sites visited: Mountain View Campground, Madsen Bay Boat Ramp, Miller Canyon Crossing, SW Beach, Price River entrance
Southeast Utah County Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Scofield 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 28, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: A harmful algal bloom is present at Scofield Reservoir. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins that can make humans and animals sick.
Southeast Utah County Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Scofield 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 23, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: A harmful algal bloom is present at Scofield Reservoir. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins that can make humans and animals sick.
Southeast Utah County Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Scofield 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 16, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: A harmful algal bloom is present at Scofield Reservoir. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins that can make humans and animals sick.
Southeast Utah County Health Department has issued a WARNING ADVISORY.
If you visit Scofield Reservoir:
- 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 16, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: A harmful algal bloom was observed throughout Scofield Reservoir. Algae in the water may be producing dangerous toxins. We collected samples and results are pending. Check back here for updates.
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 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: Mountain View Campground, Madsen Bay, SW shore
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: Mountain View Campground, Madsen Bay, SW shore
July 19, 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 visited: Spillway North end, Island SW end, Reservoir east end, Madsen Bay Boat Ramp, Mountain View Campground
June 28, 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 visited: Spillway North end, Island SW end, Reservoir east end, Madsen Bay Boat Ramp, Mountain View Campground