Fecal Matters

From Memorial Day through Labor Day, our scientists and BEACH partners sample public beaches on marine waters for bacterial contamination. We collect water samples from high-use beaches to test for fecal bacteria and let the public know when beaches are closed due to health concerns.
From Memorial Day through Labor Day, our scientists and BEACH partners sample public beaches on marine waters for bacterial contamination. We collect water samples from high-use beaches to test for fecal bacteria and let the public know when beaches are closed due to health concerns.

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Puget Sound officially a No Discharge Zone
Creating a No Discharge Zone (NDZ) helps protect shellfish beds, swimming beaches, and other areas that are especially vulnerable.
Annual Report on Washington Beaches
Check out the 2020 Annual BEACH Report to see how your beach fared last year.
Fecal Matters: Brackett’s Landing closed to swimming and diving, Snohomish County
The Snohomish Health District issued a closure at Brackett’s Landing.
It’s time to talk about poop on the beach
Heading to the beach soon? Check our safe swimming map and help us keep beaches safe this summer.
Fecal Matters: Brackett's Landing is now open for water recreation, Snohomish County
The Snohomish Health District reopened Brackett's landing for water recreation.
Fecal Matters: A no-contact advisory issued for Mukilteo Lighthouse Park, Snohomish County
Snohomish Health District issued a no-contact advisory at Mukilteo Lighthouse Park.
Fecal Matters: A No-Contact Advisory for Port Ludlow Bay, Jefferson County
Jefferson County Public Health issued a “No Contact” Health Advisory for the waters of Port Ludlow Bay.
Fecal Matters: A No-contact advisory for Saltwater State Park, King County
Public Health Seattle & King County has issued a no-contact advisory at Saltwater State Park in King County.
Fecal Matters: 10 beaches in Puget Sound under no-contact advisory
A large number of beaches in the Puget Sound region have high levels of fecal bacteria causing the water to be unsafe for swimming.
Fecal Matters: Health advisory issued for Dyes Inlet and Port Washington Narrows due to sewage overflow, Kitsap County
Health advisory issued for Dyes Inlet and Port Washington Narrows due to sewage overflow, Kitsap County.