Updates: June 27, 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: Hyrum State Park day use area and swim beach
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Recreational water quality monitoring has ended for the season on November 4, 2022 We will resume monitoring for harmful algal blooms and waterborne pathogens in summer 2023. HABs may be present in Utah water bodies year-round. If you are recreating, avoid areas of scum, know how to recognize the signs of a harmful algal bloom, …
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Update October 25, 2021 (HABs) The DWQ HABs monitoring team visited Hyrum Reservoir on October 25th. Harmful algal blooms were not observed at the State Park Swim Beach or Day Use area. Cyanotoxin and cell density samples were not collected. DWQ will return monthly for routine monitoring. Update September 28, 2021 (Waterborne Pathogens) On September …
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