Hacks Point, 6/27/2025: 109 cfu, Fail

Lots of SAV (grasses) washing up around beach and other debris and unusually hot weather rapidly warmed water which may be contributing to this weeks results that just missed the Pass/Fail mark.

"As a reminder, the units for bacteria samples are colony-forming units (cfu), and ShoreRivers utilizes the standardized EPA criteria of 104 cfu/100ml for collecting and analyzing bacteria samples.

Anything higher than 104 cfu is a failing sample, and anything below 104 cfu is a passing sample."

"Please note that there are inherent risks associated with open water swimming and recreational contact including, but not limited to, bacterial infections. Bacteria levels can change, particularly as a result of significant rain events. Always rinse off after swimming in the river, never swim with open wounds, avoid water contact for 24-48 hours after a significant rain event, and always obey signage and local laws whenever swimming in open water."

Thanks to a collaboration with Friends of the Bohemia and ShoreRivers and Hack Point Community Association, we will be able to provide weekly bacterial test results!!

Hacks Point Week 6 Beach Bacteria Test