South Wood County Park Red Sand Beach Open – Bacteria Count Safe
Posted
6/13/2024
by
kmengel@co.wood.wi.us
For Immediate Release
06/13/2024
Ben Jeffrey, R.S.
Wood County Health Department Environmental Health Supervisor
Contact Info - 715-421-8911
South Wood County Park Red Sand Beach Open – Bacteria Count Safe
South Wood County Park Red Sand Beach is open for swimming. The water sample collected from the beach has indicated that the beach water was safe at the time of collection. Please keep in mind that heavy rain can affect water quality and it is advisable to avoid swimming for 24 to 48 hours following heavy rain events.
The Wood County Health Department will continue to test the water quality of Wood County beaches through the end of August. If you have questions regarding water quality testing at Wood County beaches, you may call the Wood County Health Department at 715-421-8911 or 715-387-8646, or the Wood County Parks and Forestry Department at 715-421-8422.
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