Ohio Code § 1546.08

Ohio Code § 1546.08. Reproduced from the official Ohio Revised Code, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.

§ 1546.08.

(A) As used in this section, “ public swimming beach ” means land along a shoreline that is under the control of the division of parks

and watercraft and is used by the public when swimming and bathing in waters adjacent

to the beach. (B) The chief of the division of parks and watercraft shall ensure that the waters of

this state that are adjacent to public swimming beaches are sampled and tested in

accordance with the techniques and procedures established by the director of health

under section 3701.18 of the Revised Code .  The department of health may assist the division in the sampling and testing of

the waters. (C) On receipt of notification by the director of health under section 3701.18 of the Revised Code that the bacteria levels in the waters tested present a possible health risk to persons

using the waters for swimming and bathing and that the posting of signs advising the

public of the condition is warranted, the chief shall ensure that appropriate signs

are posted in appropriate locations at the affected area.

Source: official Ohio text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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  • Citation: Ohio Revised Code § 1546.08
  • Jurisdiction: Ohio
  • Code: Ohio Revised Code
  • Text: transcribed from the official source (verify below)

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