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October 31, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
Recreational monitoring has ended for the season. Monitoring will resume in summer 2024. Harmful algal blooms may still arise at this waterbody. Know what to look for and check before recreating.
September 26, 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: Marina Beach, Pelican Beach, Eagle Beach
September 1, 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: Eagle Beach, Marina Swim Beach, Pelican Beach
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: Eagle Beach, Marina Swim Beach, Pelican Beach
July 7, 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: Marina Beach, SP Boat Ramp, Pelican Beach, Eagle Beach
June 30, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
OK, but be careful: The sample collected on 6/26 did not indicate a harmful algal bloom was present. However, some harmful algae was detected. We will continue to monitor and post updates here next week.
If you visit, know how to recognize a harmful algal bloom and don’t swim, play, or boat in areas of visible algae.
June 26, 2023: Harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring update
BE CAREFUL: Our monitoring team saw visible signs of a harmful algal bloom at Willard Bay. There could be algae in the water 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
May 23, 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: State Park marina & swim beach, Pelican Beach