Two Connecticut state park beaches have been closed by the CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) for the remainder of Wednesday, August 17, due to high bacteria levels.

The swimming areas and beaches are not open because of elevated bacteria levels were found.

The beach areas at Lake Waramaug State Park and Squantz Pond State Park in New Fairfield have both been closed. This marks at least the second time this season that Squantz Pond has been affected by water problems.

Notes on the CT DEEP website indicate updated test results will be posted August 18.

All four of the state's shoreline locations - Hammonasset in Madison, Rocky Neck in Niantic, Sherwood Island in Westport, and Silver Sands in Milford - remain open as of 3:20 Wednesday afternoon, as do all other state parks with swimming areas.

For additional information, visit or call the DEEP Water Quality Information Line, toll-free, at 866-CTPARKS (866-287-2757).ct.gov/DEEP

Municipal beaches are not included in the DEEP listing. Local health departments conduct water quality monitoring and testing at municipal swim areas.

Newtown Parks & Rec make announcements when Eichler's Cove and/or Treadwell Park pool need to be closed for any reason. Those announcements are also posted on The Newtown Bee website and its social media offerings.