Environmental Health
Beach Water Testing
The Coastal Health District and the Coastal Resources Division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources work together to test coastal beach waters for the presence of potentially harmful bacteria that could cause illness. More populated beaches are tested year-round on a weekly basis. If bacteria levels are elevated, an advisory sign will be placed on the beach. It is important to note that the beach is not closed, rather we are advising people against swimming or wading in the water until the bacteria levels return to normal.
Click here for more information on beach water quality: Beach Water Quality FAQs
To see the latest beach water advisories, click here.