The Woodlands Triathlon cancels swim portion due to high bacteria in lake

HOUSTON - The Woodlands Triathlon will cancel their swim portion of the race due to finding high levels of bacteria in the water.

Lake Woodlands high bacteria level

Testing is conducted annually, on a regular basis, by The Woodlands Township, including the weeks leading up to the Triathlon.

They also collect multiple samples the week for more accurate results of the Race Day lake's conditions.

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According to The Woodlands Township, the most recent water quality samples collected show higher bacterial levels than is allowed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for recreational use.

For safety, the swim portion of the Triathlon has been canceled.

The Woodlands Traithlon will now be a ‘Duathlon’ with a ‘run, bike, run’ order.

What you can do:

Those registered for the race should check their email for more details.