E. coli Bacteria Beach Testing Results

E. coli bacteria are found in the intestines of warm-blooded animals. Ingesting E. coli is a potential health risk to humans when surface water becomes contaminated by fecal matter from said animals. This potential health risk is greatest in areas where large groups of animals (Canada Geese, Seagulls...) are depositing fecal matter in close proximity swimming areas. For this reason, the most popular Canadian Lakes beaches are tested in conjunction with the peak of the swimming season. All three of the major beaches tested on June 22nd 2005 produced counts well below the 300 cfu/100ml EPA full body contact limit for a single sampling event. So, put on your suit with confidence as these results confirm that the CL beaches are an excellent place to recreate and enjoy your lakes. Below are the actual counts at each location tested.

Sample Site and E. coli Bacteria Counts (cfu/100mL)
Lookout Beach= 16 cfu
(West Royal @ Hilltop Road)
Sunset Beach= 64 cfu
(East Royal @ SE Royal Ct)
Pierce Road Beach= 0 cfu
(West of CLPOC Office & Pool)
All analysis is in accordance with “Standard Methods For The Analysis Of Water And Wastewater,” 19th Edition, 1995.