Advisory updates and other information to encourage safe recreation

November 1, 2024

NO CURRENT ADVISORY

• Battle Ground Lake
• Klineline Pond
• Round Lake
• Vancouver Lake

There are no current advisories at these lakes. To report a suspected harmful algal bloom or other water quality concern, go here.

WARNING ADVISORY

• Lacamas Lake (Issued 8/28/24)



A WARNING Advisory has been issued due to increased levels of toxins:

• Swimming or water skiing not advised anywhere on lake. 
•  Avoid areas of scum when using motorized boats, paddle boarding, kayaking or canoeing. 
• Do not drink lake water. 
• Animals should avoid all water contact.  
• When fishing, clean fish well and discard organs. 

Next Sampling Dates

• E.coli (bacteria): May 2025
• Harmful Algae (cyanobacteria): November 4, 2024

The green stuff in the image above is an algae bloom. Water sample results showed a type of toxin that can make people sick was present in the bloom.

Keep an eye out for a thin layer of green, brown, red, or blue on top of the water near the shoreline. Remember: when in doubt, stay out!

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Our weekly newsletter updates will continue through Labor Day 2024, our monitoring of blooms will continue through this fall. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for advisory updates.

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