BATHING BEACH MONITORING / BEACHGUARD / BEACH GUARD | OHIO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

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.

Data provided by

211 Cleveland

Physical Address

246 N High St., Columbus, OH 43215

Hours

24 hrs a day, 7 days a week during the summer months, May through early September.

Voice

(888) 765-6789

Toll-Free | Intake

Voice

(614) 728-9236

Main | Administration

Application process

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.

Fee

Free.

Eligibility

No restrictions.

Agency info

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.