Bathing Beach Monitoring / Beachguard / Beach Guard | Ohio Department Of Health
246 N High St., Columbus, OH 43215
Voice - voice | Administration
Voice - voice | 866-OHIO-BCH - general info only
Voice - voice | Intake
To find out information regarding specific beaches, go to the web site anytime. For general information regarding the beach monitoring program, phone the recorded information line anytime during the summer months, May through early September.
Free.
Ohio
Description
Monitors beaches along the Lake Erie shoreline for E. coli and other harmful bacteria. Water samples are collected at the beaches and the results are reported to the public. Offers a web site where the information is posted and can be accessed by the public. If the bacterial levels are greater than the recreational standard, a sign is posted at the beach to warn swimmers of the risk of illness.
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Providing organization
Ohio Department Of Health
Administers programs that provide comprehensive primary and continuing health services for all residents of Ohio. Works for the prevention of communicable and chronic diseases. Maintains vital statistics and licenses health care facilities. Regulates sanitation, food, and private water systems. Provides bioterrorism information as it relates to health issues.