Forestry and Natural Resources
Clemson Extension Program Team
Natural Resources – Water
Summary
South Carolina has many water resources that provide tremendous opportunities for people to enjoy water-based recreational activities, such as swimming, boating, and fishing. Participation in these activities produces significant economic benefits and supports many jobs throughout the state. However, at times, water quality may be unsafe for immersion or skin contact due to high levels of pollutants, such as bacteria or cyanotoxins. It is important for people to be aware of potential concerns and understand methods for determining if a waterbody’s current conditions are likely to be safe for primary or secondary recreation.
Publisher
Land-Grant Press by Clemson Extension
Publisher City
Clemson, SC
Target Audiences
professionals, people interested in water recreation, and the general public
Recommended Citation
Nix, Heather and Bokar, Masha, "Freshwater Quality for Recreation". Clemson (SC): Clemson Cooperative Extension, Land-Grant Press by Clemson Extension; 2026. https://open.clemson.edu/forest_wildlife/56
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Environmental Education Commons, Environmental Health Commons, Environmental Health and Protection Commons, Natural Resources and Conservation Commons, Water Resource Management Commons
