Our team samples freshwater from small streams, culverts, pipes, and other sources.
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May 14, 2026*
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Water sampling along shorelines in North and South Kitsap starts next week
"Our team samples freshwater from small streams, culverts, pipes, and other sources to check for fecal pollution."
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A man with a backpack walking along the Suquamish shoreline.
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*KITSAP COUNTY, WA — *Kitsap Public Health District’s environmental health team will be collecting freshwater samples along shorelines in Manchester, Southworth, Suquamish, Miller Bay, and Indianola.
The first round of sampling will begin next week and continue through the end of May.
The red line on the maps below show the area our specialists will be sampling:
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*In North Kitsap:* from the south end of Sandy Hook Rd NE in Suquamish to Marine View Pl NE in Kingston.
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*In South Kitsap:* from the fuel depot in Manchester to the Southworth Ferry Terminal.
Questions? Call us at 360-728-2235.
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Map highlighting the North and South Kitsap shoreline sampling sites in red.
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What should I expect during this time?
You might see environmental health specialists in bright “public health” vests walking the shoreline and using long poles to gather water samples. Our team will sample freshwater from small streams, culverts, pipes, and other sources. They stay on beaches as much as possible and avoid crossing private property above the high tide line.
Why does Kitsap Public Health do shoreline sampling?
Our team routinely collects water samples along shorelines to check for fecal pollution (pollution from animal or human poop). Fecal pollution can make people sick and harm shellfish beds. When pollution hotspots are found, we work to address potential pollution sources.
Is this a new service?
It is not. In partnership with Clean Water Kitsap [ [link removed] ] and the Washington State Department of Health [ [link removed] ], our specialists have been out sampling surface waters and monitoring for pollution for many years.
How can I learn more?
To learn more about our work to protect public health and improve water quality in streams, lakes, and shorelines, visit KitsapPublicHealth.org/pic [ [link removed] ] or view our 2025 Kitsap Water Quality Report. [ [link removed] ]
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2025 Water Quality Report [ [link removed] ]
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*Tad Sooter | Public Information Officer*
Kitsap Public Health District
Office: 360-728-2330 | Main: 360-728-2235
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