Beach Water Quality Status
Track the ongoing impact of cross-border sewage pollution on South Bay beaches. This interactive map shows current water quality status and historical closure data.
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Beach Status Legend
Open
Safe for swimming
Advisory
Use caution
Warning
Avoid contact
Closed
Do not enter water
Data updates every 5 minutes from San Diego County sources. Always check official sources before visiting beaches.
The Human Cost of Inaction
Health Risks of Contaminated Water
Swimming or surfing in sewage-contaminated water poses serious health risks to residents and visitors. The Tijuana River carries untreated sewage containing harmful bacteria, viruses, and toxic chemicals directly into our coastal waters.
Common Health Effects:
- • Gastrointestinal illness (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea)
- • Skin rashes and infections
- • Ear, nose, and throat infections
- • Respiratory problems
- • Eye infections and irritation
- • Hepatitis A exposure risk
Children, elderly residents, and individuals with compromised immune systems face the highest risk. Local surfers and beachgoers report frequent illnesses after water contact, yet many continue to use the beaches due to lack of alternatives.
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Data Sources & Updates
Beach water quality data is sourced from the San Diego County Department of Environmental Health and Quality's Beach and Bay Water Quality Monitoring Program. The county tests water samples weekly at designated monitoring stations.
sdbeachinfo.com - Official San Diego County beach status map
(619) 338-2073 - Automated 24/7 beach status information
San Diego County Open Data Portal
Note: Beach status shown on this map is updated periodically based on publicly available data. For the most current information before visiting a beach, always check the official county website or call the hotline.
Our Beaches Deserve Better
The data is clear: this crisis is worsening. Join thousands of residents demanding clean beaches and a permanent solution to cross-border sewage pollution.