Sadly… Indian Lake is closed due to a cyanobacteria bloom. Please see the important message below from the City of Worcester.
As disappointing as this is, please know that all cities and towns don’t monitor these numbers at their waterways … in fact, not many do.
We are extremely grateful that the city has done this consistently since 2015. This is because of our advocacy which wouldn’t be possible without your support.
We need 2 tests below the state advisory limit (70,000 cells/mL) to reopen. We will continue to share information as it becomes available.
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ELEVATED CYANOBACTERIA LEVELS FORCE CLOSING OF INDIAN LAKE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 9/11/2021 10:00 PM
The City of Worcester’s Department of Inspectional Services has ordered the closing of Indian Lake for elevated levels of cyanobacteria. All persons should stay out of the water, discontinue boat use and fishing, and keep their pets out of the water until further notice.
On Sept. 11, the City received cyanobacteria testing results above recreational thresholds determined by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. As such, the lake may be at elevated risk for the presence of cyanotoxins, which can be harmful to humans and pets. The City will continue to test the lake for both cyanobacteria and cyanotoxins, and reopen the lake when it is determined safe to do so.
The City of Worcester’s Sustainability and Resilience Office has an active cyanobacteria monitoring and management program intended to keep our lakes safe for recreation and wildlife.
