Keystone State Park ensures safe swimming with weekly E.coli tests

Keystone State Park monitors its water quality closely to protect swimmers. Weekly tests for E.coli help ensure safety, with beach closures if levels rise too high. So far this year, the park has reported no E.coli-related problems. The park’s water quality is usually good except after heavy rain or long dry spells. Storms can wash E.coli from waste into larger bodies of water, posing health risks if swallowed.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that E.coli levels often increase in summer. Other local water managers, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, also test weekly and close areas until conditions improve. Visitors are advised to check online for updates before swimming. Anyone feeling unwell after swimming should seek medical advice. These measures help keep the public safe during the warmer months.