Mayor Vi Lyles | Mayor Vi Lyles Official Photo
Mayor Vi Lyles | Mayor Vi Lyles Official Photo
Charlotte, NC – A NO SWIM advisory was issued today for a cove on Lake Wylie (see map).
The “No Swim” advisory was issued after 300 to 400 gallons of sewage spilled into Lake Wylie from a private sanitary sewer lift station located at 4001 Performance Road in Charlotte, NC. The discharge was caused by a broken pump in the lift station. The pump has been repaired and the discharge discontinued.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services staff will monitor water quality in the area until bacteria levels are determined to be suitable for human contact at which time the no swimming advisory will be lifted.
To receive notifications of No Swim Advisories in Mecklenburg County, text MECKNOSWIM to 888-777.
Rusty Rozzelle, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services’ Water Quality Program Manager, said the advisories are standard procedure. “Since this cove on Lake Wylie is used for recreation, it is important to inform residents of the discharge and advise against swimming in the impacted area due to the potential risk to human health,” said Rozzelle.
Area of No Swimming Advisory in Lake Wylie North of Highway 74 in Charlotte is Outlined in “Red” Below
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