From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Clermont County Public Health tests the water for bacteria levels weekly at six recreational areas in the county. High bacteria levels in the water can make you sick when you swim. If the bacteria levels are considered too high, an advisory will be issued on the Ohio Department of Health’s Beachguard website.
During an advisory, people are asked to stay out of the water and to be aware of the health effects if they do swim.
In addition, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources tests water at East Fork State Park and Stonelick State Park. These tests are to check for toxins that are caused by harmful algal bloom. If toxins are found at unsafe levels in the water, the Ohio Department of Health will issue an advisory for the water.
