NJShore Guide

Baywyn and Bay

Lower Township, Cape May County

Fair

Fair Water Quality

Generally safe, exercise caution after rainfall

Low bacteria levels - good water quality

5-Year Water Quality Trend

ExcellentGoodEPA Limit050100CFU/100mL20222202332024320254
Bacteria Level#Advisories

Chart shows geometric mean bacteria levels (CFU/100mL) by year. The EPA Beach Action Value is 104 CFU/100mL.

Year-by-Year Data

YearGeomeanAdvisoriesClosures
202533 CFU40
202441 CFU30
202333 CFU30
202240 CFU20
2021No data00
5-Year Avg36 CFU120

Quick Stats

5-Year Geomean
36 CFU/100mL
2025 Advisories
4
Total Closures (5yr)
0
Beach Type
bay
Station ID
CC1141

Check Conditions

4 advisories this year. Check current conditions before swimming.

2025 Advisories

4

5-Year Total

12

No closures in the past 5 years

Tip: Wait 24-48 hours after heavy rainfall before swimming. Bacteria levels typically return to normal within this timeframe.

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Data Source

Data provided by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Cooperative Coastal Monitoring Program (CCMP). Learn more →