Water quality contamination near Sunset Farm
Summary
Prior testing of stormwater at the Daytona Avenue outfall showed strong positive results for bovine bacteria. The Trust approved $1,000 to test two more samples for bovine and avian DNA after the Harbor Management Commission declined to continue monitoring the site.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jun 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
$1,000 from the Trust for lab testing of two samples.
Anyone using or living near waters receiving that drainage, since results guide cleanup.
Anyone using waters affected by the contaminated runoff faces potential health risks.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Land Conservancy Trust - Jun 17, 2026
Testing found extremely elevated cattle-associated fecal contamination in runoff from Sunset Farm at Site 4 on Daytona Ave — up to 8,000 copies/100ml. 2026 testing is planned.
Land Conservancy Trust - Feb 19, 2026
Prior testing of stormwater at the Daytona Avenue outfall showed strong positive results for bovine bacteria. The Trust approved $1,000 to test two more samples for bovine and avian DNA after the Harbor Management Commission declined to continue monitoring the site.
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