Marine Water Quality
The Division of Environmental Quality analyzes water samples collected from Saipan’s recreational beaches and storm drainage every Wednesday. Samples collected from the following locations contained excessive concentrations of two fecal indicator bacteria (fecal coliform and enterococci), that exceeded the CNMI Marine Water Quality Standards.
These bacteria can indicate the presence of human and animal waste in the water. Therefore, In order to adequately address public health concerns, DEQ has given the following locations a RED FLAG and advises the public not to fish or swim within 300 feet of these locations for the next 48 hours or until otherwise notified.
Tanapag Meeting Hall Beach
Smiling Cove marina
Garapan Drainage #1
DEQ analyzes samples of marine recreational and storm drainage water from 15 locations on the Saipan’s coast. DEQ welcomes all inquiries as to the quality of the beach water. The public is encouraged to contact DEQ at 664-8500 with any questions.
