2008 Fecal Coliform Measurements - Three Rivers Park District Swimming Beaches

In order to ensure a safe swimming experience for park guests, Three Rivers Park District has adopted standards more restrictive than the State guidelines. Whenever a single E. Coli bacteria sample exceeds 126 colonies per 100 mL, action is taken to identify and eliminate the bacteria source. If counts above 126/100 persist for two or more weeks, the beach is closed.

Levels as of 8/11/08

*The numbers above represent the average of the five most recent samples taken at each location, as per State of Minnesota guidelines. Health department guideline = 200 colonies/100 mL.

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