Health Advisory

DOH-Martin Issues Water Quality Health Advisory

November 12, 2026 1 min read

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The advisory is for Sandsprit Park, Hobe Sound Beach, and Stuart Sandbar.
Health Advisory
For media inquiries: Renay Rouse • Renay.Rouse@FLHealth.gov • 772-631-6008

Martin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Martin County (DOH-Martin) has issued a water quality advisory for the following locations:


Sandsprit Park
3443 St. Lucie Blvd.
Stuart, FL 34997

Hobe Sound Beach
Jupiter Island Beach Road and Highway A1A
Jupiter Island, FL 33455

Stuart Sandbar

Tests completed on Monday, November 9, indicate that the water quality at the locations listed above did not meet the recreational water quality criteria for Enterococcus bacteria recommended by the Florida Department of Health.

DOH-Martin advises against any water-related activities at this location due to an increased risk of illness in swimmers. Sampling conducted during regular water quality monitoring showed that the level of bacteria exceeded the level established by state guidelines.

This advisory will continue until bacteria levels are below the accepted health level.

View Water Sampling Test Results

For more information, call 772-221-4090.