May 28, 2025 – Adrian, Michigan – The Lenawee County Health Department (LCHD) is pleased to announce the return of its seasonal beach water sampling program. Beginning this week, Environmental Health staff will collect weekly water samples from two public beaches in Lenawee County: Hayes State Park and Lake Hudson Recreation Area.
LCHD is excited to reintroduce this service for the upcoming year. Given the popularity of these two beaches as recreational spots within the county, providing regular updates on water quality remains important. These updates allow the public to make informed decisions for themselves and their families regarding swimming activities.
To protect public health and to prevent the spread of disease, the samples will be analyzed for E. coli bacteria levels. The Michigan Public Health Code sets limits for levels of bacteria in all bodies of water, including bathing beaches open to the public. If the levels detected during monitoring exceed these limits, the risk of illness increases.
If water quality does not meet state safety standards, a health advisory will be issued. Signage will be displayed at the beach, and advisory information will be posted on our website.
Public Beach advisories issued by the Lenawee County Health Department will be posted at lenawee.mi.us/beach. For more information about this program, please contact the Lenawee County Health Department at 517-264-5213 or ehdesk@lenawee.mi.us.