Dittisham, Dart Estuary is a well-known estuarine bathing water in South Hams, South West, recognized for its estuarine terrain. Official water quality sampling at this location currently carries an annual rating of Excellent. Designated in 2024, the site is maintained under national environmental monitoring standards.
Sediment type has not yet been recorded for this site. Underfoot conditions and bank composition may vary.
Water quality is classified as excellent, meeting the highest cleanliness standards. Bacterial counts (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) are consistently low, posing negligible health risks.
This bathing water is generally resilient and has a low risk of quality degradation after heavy summer storm events.
Tested weekly by the Environment Agency England for bacteria levels (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) between May and September.
Monitored as a transitional or estuarine bathing water. Estuarine sites experience a mix of tidal ocean flushing and river discharge, causing fluctuating salinity and water quality.
South West Water Limited is the regional utility responsible for waste water treatment, sewage infrastructure, and storm overflow management in this catchment area.
Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 2024. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.
Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the South Hams area.
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