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Update – June 25, 2021
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) recommends reopening Mackerel Cove Beach in Jamestown for swimming because bacteria counts have returned to safe levels.
RIDOH will continue to monitor and review beach water quality regularly to ensure safe bathing throughout the summer season. The status of a beach may change as new data become available. The most up-to-date beach information is available through a recorded message on RIDOH’s beaches telephone line 401-222-2751.
Original Story – June 23, 2021
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) recommends closing Mackerel Cove Beach in Jamestown for swimming because of high bacteria levels.
RIDOH will continue to monitor and review beach water quality regularly to ensure safe bathing throughout the summer season. The status of a beach may change as new data become available. The most up-to-date beach information is available through a recorded message on RIDOH’s beaches telephone line 401-222-2751.
According to RIDOH, historically, beach closures in Rhode Island have been closely tied to precipitation. Stormwater runoff from roads, parking lots, and other impervious surfaces transports contamination (including bacteria) to our fresh and salt-water bodies.
2021 Beach Season Closures
| Beach | City/Town | Closed On | Re-Opened | Number of Days Closed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Statewide (for bacteria) | ||||
| Goddard State Park Beach | Warwick | 6/10/21 | 6/11/21 | 1 |
| Easton’s Beach | Newport | 6/10/21 | 6/12/21 | 2 |
| Conimicut Pont Beach | Warwick | 6/22/21 | ||
| Mackerel Cove Beach | Jamestown | 6/23/21 |
