On July 26, 2022, Seattle Public Utilities lifted the closure at Richey Viewpoint beach in King County. Weekly water sample results show there is no longer a public health risk. The park is now open for water contact recreation.
Stay updated on water quality at local beaches by checking the BEACH Program swimming map, and also check out our swimming tips including showering after swimming and washing hands before eating if you’ve been in contact with the water or sand.
You can also follow our Fecal Matters blog posts, connect with us on Twitter and Facebook, or join our email notification list.
Local Health Departments issue water contact advisories or closures at swimming beaches. The BEACH Program communicates the risk to the public.
For more information
Heather Gibbs, our BEACH program manager, is available at 360-480-4868 or heather.gibbs@ecy.wa.gov for questions or contact the local health department.