Health Dept. Reopens Goddard Park Beach

This article was updated on Friday, 10:50 p.m.

The Rhode Island Department of Health opened the beach at Goddard Memorial State Park to swimming Friday, July 26.

The Dept. of Health recommended it's closure Thursday, July 25.
 
Officials will make a recommendation regarding suitability for swimming when the areas are determined to be safe. Barrington Town Beach is now open for swimming.

Beach status may change on a daily basis. For up-to-date information about swimming at Rhode Island beaches, call (401) 222-2751 or visit www.health.ri.gov/beaches to use HEALTH’s interactive beach map.