Red Rock Beach and Boating

Recent bacterial sampling at North Overlook Beach at Lake Red Rock has shown elevated bacterial counts. Due to the high readings, the beach will be posted with “Swimming Not Recommended” signs until further testing indicates low bacteria counts.The beaches are tested for E-Coli bacteria. Most forms of these bacteria are harmless, but they indicate contamination that could lead to illness such as flu-like symptoms. While this week’s test results showed high bacterial population at the North Overlook Beach, the main body of the lake and Whitebreast Beach had low bacterial counts. Sampling at the beaches is performed weekly by the Corps of Engineers through a contract with Iowa State University. Further information on the Corps of Engineers water quality monitoring procedures may be obtained at the Red Rock Visitor Center.