Elevated Bacteria Levels at Lions Beach in Janesville

According to an update from the City of Janesville, Lions Beach had a water quality test on August 2 that showed elevated bacteria levels in the swimming area. The results require the Janesville Recreation Division to post a water quality advisory notice. They do not, however, direct the beach to be closed. Bacteria levels are currently at (308 CFU/100 mL) in the swimming area.

Water quality standards state that any test result between 0-250 CFU is safe for swimming. Test results between 250-1,000 CFU are safe for swimming but require public notice. Any test result greater than 1,000 CFU mandates the swimming area to be closed pending further testing.

For questions, contact the Janesville Recreation Division at (608) 755-3030.