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DOH-Hillsborough Issues Water Quality Health Advisory for Ben T. Davis Beach

November 4, 2026 1 min read

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Tests completed on Tuesday, November 3, indicate that the water quality at Ben T. Davis Beach does not meet the recreational water quality criteria for Enterococcus bacteria recommended by the Florida Department of Health.
Health Advisory
For media inquiries: Claire Maher • Claire.Maher@FLHealth.gov • 813-559-4065

Hillsborough County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County (DOH-Hillsborough) has issued a water quality advisory for the following location:

Ben T. Davis Beach
7650 W. Courtney Campbell Causeway
Tampa, FL 33607

Tests completed on Tuesday, November 3, indicate that the water quality at Ben T. Davis Beach does not meet the recreational water quality criteria for Enterococcus bacteria recommended by the Florida Department of Health.

DOH-Hillsborough advises against any water-related activities at this location due to an increased risk of illness in swimmers. Sampling conducted during regular water quality monitoring showed that the level of bacteria exceeds the level established by state guidelines.

This advisory will continue until bacteria levels are below the accepted health level.

View Beach Water Quality Testing Results

For more information, call 813-559-4065.