HEALTHJul 7 · 18:52 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTESpencer Chrisman

Lake Hickory swim beach reopens after more than 6K gallons of untreated wastewater spilled

A swim beach in Alexander County, North Carolina, reopened after over 6,000 gallons of untreated wastewater spilled into Lake Hickory's Wittenburg Access area due to a pump station equipment failure. Water quality tests showed slightly elevated bacteria levels, but officials confirmed the beach would remain open through the week.

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