State Department of Conservation and Recreation announces that Salisbury Beach and Sandy Point Beach are open but swimming is not advised.
The City of Haverhill's sewer force main break has impacted area beaches. Sewerage is being discharged into the Merrimack River.
Posted on: June 30, 2026 - 6:50pm
"No Swimming" warnings have been posted at these beaches due to potential bacterial contamination. DCR is asking for people to stay out of the water until it is cleared for swimming. DCR is conducting water quality tests.