Oregon Beach Bacteria Monitoring List 2026-2027

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:22:57 +0000
Public Health

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) have released the 2026-2027 Oregon Beach Monitoring Program list identifying coastal recreation areas that will be sampled for bacteria during the monitoring season from late May through late September of each year. The biennial list includes beaches where bacteria has been detected or where local partners and the public have requested monitoring. Approximately 14 beaches across Clatsop, Coos, Curry, Lane, and Lincoln counties are designated for monitoring.