Poe Springs swimming area closed due to poor water clarity, officials say

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Published: Jul. 15, 2026 at 4:03 PM EDT

HIGH SPRINGS, Fla. (WCJB) - A popular swimming spot in Alachua County is temporarily closed starting Thursday because the water is not safe, according to county officials.

Weekly monitoring underway

County staff say the swimming area at Poe Springs has poor water clarity. Officials say they are now monitoring water quality on a weekly basis.

Other parts of the park remain open

The rest of the park remains open, including the boat ramp, picnic areas and trails.

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