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Tag: Hammond Lake

2 Jul 2026
Ives Run Beach on Hammond Lake Reopens After Water Quality Tests Confirm Safe Levels
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, has officially reopened Ives Run Beach on Hammond Lake, effective Thursday, July 2, 2026.
26 Jun 2026
Ives Run Beach temporarily closed due to elevated bacteria levels; Hammond Lake remains open
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, has closed Ives Run Beach on Hammond Lake after a routine water sample from the swimming area revealed elevated levels of E. coli bacteria.
10 Aug 2022
High heat, drought conditions impact recreation at Hammond Lake
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Hammond Lake encourages continued safety for the visiting public as high temperatures and drought conditions continue to impact recreation.