Independence Lake beach closed due to high E. coli levels, health department says

Minneapolis, Hennepin County beaches shut down by E. coli

The closures are announced ahead of a hot and humid weekend for the Twin Cities.

E. coli levels at Sugar Bottom Campground beach prompt swimming advisory

The Sugar Bottom Campground beach at Coralville Lake has tested above the state standard for E. coli levels as of July 23, 2025.Authorities are advising agains

Independence Lake beach closed due to high E. coli levels, health department says

The Washtenaw County Health Department closed Independence Lake beach in Whitmore Lake on Wednesday due to high levels of E. coli.The high levels were found during routine testing that's done at public beaches during the summer months, the health department said.The closure will be in effect until follow-up testing shows the water is safe for swimming.Although getting in the water is not allowed, other activities that dont involve body contact w…