E. coli warning for Woods Reservoir

Officials at the Air Force's Arnold Engineering Development Center have issued a warning restricting swimming, wading and water skiing on Woods Reservoir. The restriction was issued because of elevated levels of E. coli found in the water.

The source of the high levels of E. coli is unknown at this time and has not been linked to a sewage spill in Monteagle.

Center officials are not restricting boating or fishing at this time, but urge people to be cautious and not expose themselves to lake water or drink untreated water from the lake. Any fish caught in the reservoir should be washed and fully cooked.

AEDC health officials will continue to monitor water quality daily. The restrictions will remain until E. coli levels return to normal limits.

Address any questions to the AEDC Public Affairs Office at (931) 454-4206 or (931) 581-1172.