State News

Toledo science center reinvents itself: COSI to be Imagination Station
The Toledo Blade (6/29)
When Toledo's science center reopens this fall, there will be a refreshed look, unique exhibits, and the promise of a brand new experience of fun and science.

Lake Erie algae blooms move into Cleveland area
WTAM - Cleveland, OH (10/13)
It has been more than 40 years since algae blooms this large have hit Lake Erie.

Asian carp threaten native species, businesses if they hit the Great Lakes
The News-Messenger (10/13)
Scientists believe Lake Erie, especially the Western basin, has the most to lose if the carp find their way there.

Ohio Senate Bill imperils Lake Erie wind project
WKYC - Cleveland, OH (9/19)
Northeast Ohio leaders warned today that a state Senate proposal to repeal Ohio's renewable energy portfolio standard for public utilities would significantly imperil an ambitious plan to develop wind energy in Lake Erie.

State strengthens its algae warning for Lake Erie beach
The News-Messenger (8/29)
A health warning for toxic algae at a Lake Erie beach in northwest Ohio has been strengthened after tests revealed high levels of a liver toxin in the water.

COMMENTARY: Ron Dzwonkowski: Message is clear: Don't mess with the Great Lakes
Detroit Free Press (7/31)
Although it's hard to know how the recently proposed Ohio withdrawals would have affected the water supply, given the importance of the lakes, it's only sensible to err on the side of too much protection rather than taking risks.

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State Beach Resources

Alerts and Warnings
Ohio Department of Health
Ohio Beach monitoring and safety procedures.

Beach Monitoring Sample Results
Ohio Department of Health
During the summer months selected public beaches along Lake Erie are sampled for E. coli bacteria. This site will allow you to view current sample results and provide you with information to help decide when it is safe to swim.

Chaska Beach
Conceived as a summer cottage resort, the beach, located in Huron, Ohio, is an integral part of the city today.

Cleveland Lakefront State Park
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
Sand beaches, tree-lined picnic areas and panoramic views of the lake are found within the park along the Lake Erie shoreline.

Ohio Beach Monitoring and Closure/Advisory Practices
Natural Resources Defense Council
Ohio beach maps and information on beach monitoring and closings


State Beaches

Arcadia Beach Club
Nearest city: Euclid
Agency:Cuyahoga County Board of Health

Bay Park Beach
Nearest city: Bay Village
Agency:Cuyahoga County Board of Health

Bay View East
Nearest city: Bay View Village
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Bay View West
Nearest city: Bay View Village
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Camp Perry
Nearest city: Port Clinton
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Cedar Point Chausee
Nearest city: Sandusky
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Century Beach
Nearest city: Lorain
Agency:Lorain City Health Department

Chappel Creek
Nearest city: Vermilion
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Clarkwood Beach
Nearest city: Euclid
Agency:Cuyahoga County Board of Health

Conneaut Township Park
Nearest city: Conneaut
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Cranberry Creek
Nearest city: Huron
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Crane Creek State Park
Nearest city: Oak Harbor
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Darby Creek
Nearest city: Vermilion
Agency:Erie County Health Department

East Harbor State Park
Nearest city: Marblehead
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Edgecliff Beach
Nearest city: Euclid
Agency:Cuyahoga County Board of Health

Edgewater State Park
Nearest city: Cleveland
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Edson Creek
Nearest city: Vermilion
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Euclid State Park
Nearest city: Cleveland
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Fairport Harbor
Nearest city: Mentor
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Fairport Harbor Metropark
Nearest city: Fairport Harbor
Agency:Lake County General Health District (LCGHD)

Fitchel Creek
Nearest city: Huron
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Geneva State Park
Nearest city: Geneva-on-the-Lake
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Headlands State Park
Nearest city: Mentor
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Hoffman Ditch
Nearest city: Huron
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Huntington Beach
Nearest city: Bay Village
Agency:Cuyahoga County Board of Health

Huron River East
Nearest city: Huron
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Huron River West
Nearest city: Huron
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Kelleys Island State Park
Nearest city: Kelleys Island
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Lakeshore Park
Nearest city: North Perry
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Lakeside
Nearest city: Marblehead
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Lakeview
Nearest city: Port Clinton
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Lakeview Beach
Nearest city: Lorain
Agency:Lorain City Health Department

Maumee Bay Park - Erie Beach
Nearest city: Oregon
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Maumee Bay State Park - Inland Lake
Nearest city: Oregon
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Mentor Headlands State Park
Nearest city: Mentor
Agency:Lake County General Health District (LCGHD)

Moss Point Beach
Nearest city: Euclid
Agency:Cuyahoga County Board of Health

Old Woman's Creek East
Nearest city: Huron
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Old Woman's Creek West
Nearest city: Huron
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Parklawn Beach
Nearest city: Rocky River
Agency:Cuyahoga County Board of Health

Pickerel Creek
Nearest city: Vickery
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Royal Acres Beach
Nearest city: Euclid
Agency:Cuyahoga County Board of Health

Sawmill Creek
Nearest city: Huron
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Sherod Creek
Nearest city: Vermilion
Agency:Erie County Health Department

South Bass Island State Park
Nearest city: Put-in-Bay
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Sugar Creek
Nearest city: Vermilion
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Utopia Beach
Nearest city: Euclid
Agency:Cuyahoga County Board of Health

Vermilion River East
Nearest city: Vermilion
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Vermilion River West
Nearest city: Vermilion
Agency:Erie County Health Department

Villa Angela State Park
Nearest city: Cleveland
Agency:Ohio Department of Health

Wagar Beach
Nearest city: Rocky River
Agency:Cuyahoga County Board of Health

Walnut Beach
Nearest city: Ashtabula
Agency:Ohio Department of Health


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