Tempe Town Lake closed due to storm damage and contamination
Tempe Town Lake in Arizona has been temporarily closed following historic flooding in the Salt and Verde Rivers. The city has prohibited boating, fishing, and swimming due to bacterial contamination, including e. coli, and significant shore damage. Torrential rains caused water inflow eight times greater than average, leading to downed trees, eroded beaches, and abandoned boats. The 2026 Women's Collegiate Triathlon Championship scheduled for 8th November will proceed without the swim section. Parks and bike trails around the lake remain open.