TULSA – Based on recent test results, ALL blue-green algae warnings and advisories at Tenkiller Lake have been lifted.
– Based on recent test results, ALL blue-green algae warnings and advisories at Tenkiller Lake have been lifted.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Tulsa District collected water samples at Tenkiller Lake Oct. 25. After analysis, results showed that the blue-green algae levels have dropped below the advisory level at the lake.
Updates from sampling at other Tulsa District lakes will be posted as they become available.
For the latest advisories and warnings visit the Corps of Engineers, Tulsa District website, http://www.swt.usace.army.mil or our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/usacetulsa.
The attached matrix provides current levels of postings for blue-green algae at Tulsa District lakes.
Note: Current as of November 7, 2011
Sign Lake Area Posting Remarks
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CLOSED
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Waurika
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Chisholm Trail Swim Beach
Kiowa Swim Beach
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Closed
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Contact with water prohibited.
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Waurika
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All areas not under closure
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Harmful algae present
Unsafe for people and pets
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Considered to have adverse health effects.
Due to test result levels, contact with water prohibited.
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Lake Texoma
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All Areas
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Harmful algae present
Unsafe for people and pets
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Considered to have adverse health effects. Due to test result levels, contact with water prohibited.
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Eufaula
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All areas
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Harmful algae present
May be unsafe for people and pets
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Swimming, water skiing and water contact is discouraged. If bloom is observed, avoid and report sightings.
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Release no. 11-089