If large amounts of green scum are visible in the water it is advisable to take the flowing precautions:
- Avoid swimming or other contact with the water
- Do not drink the water (boiling or chlorination will not make the water safe)
- Prevent pets or livestock from drinking the water along the shoreline, as this could be fatal to animals
- Do not eat fish from this lake that appear unhealthy
Blue-green algae, which can cause illness such as diarrhea, stomach cramps, eye and skin irritation, have been found at this beach in the past.