Annapolis, MD (January 17, 2024) - the Department of Health has lifted the emergency closing for the headwaters of Cox Creek to the end of Carvel Beach Road.
Annapolis, MD (December 14, 2023) – the Department of Health has issued an emergency closing for the headwaters of Cox Creek to the end of Carvel Beach Road due to a sewage spill. The affected recreational waters are closed to all direct water contact activities. The emergency closing will remain in effect for 1 (one) week.
The Department of Health posted closure signs to let the public know about the closing. People coming in contact with the affected water are advised to wash well with soap and warm water immediately. Clothing should also be washed.
For more information about the closing, call the Department of Health’s Recreational Water Quality Monitoring Program at 410-222-7999.