Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Ratings of Popular BeachesNRDC issued star ratings to 200 popular beaches around the country. The star system awards up to five stars to each popular beach for exceptionally low violation rates and strong testing and safety practices. Criteria include testing more than once a week, notifying the public promptly when tests reveal bacteria levels violating health standards, and posting closings and advisories both online and at the beach. Last year, twelve beaches last received a 5-star rating.
Alabama:Gulf Shores Public Beach
Alabama:Gulf State Park Pavilion
California:Bolsa Chica Beach
California:Huntington State Beach, Brookhurst Street
California: Newport Beach, 38th Street, 52nd/53rd Street
Delaware:Dewey Beach
Delaware:Rehoboth Beach - Rehoboth Ave.
Maryland:Ocean City at Beach 6
Minnesota:Park Point Franklin Park / 13th Street South Beach
Minnesota:Park Point Lafayette Community Club Beach
New Hampshire:Hampton Beach State Park
New Hampshire:Wallis Sands Beach at Wallis Road
Texas:South Padre Island (Town of South Padre Island)
Read more: Beach Ratings

Ratings of Popular Beaches
NRDC issued star ratings to 200 popular beaches around the country. The star system awards up to five stars to each popular beach for exceptionally low violation rates and strong testing and safety practices. Criteria include testing more than once a week, notifying the public promptly when tests reveal bacteria levels violating health standards, and posting closings and advisories both online and at the beach. Last year, twelve beaches last received a 5-star rating.

Read more: Beach Ratings