Toxic algae in Kern County, California
12 lakes and waterways have harmful algal bloom reports in California's official data.
Lakes with bloom history
| Lake | Years with reports | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Isabella | 11 | 2026 |
| Lake Webb | 6 | 2024 |
| Four Island Lake | 7 | 2026 |
| Kern River | 5 | 2026 |
| Lake Evans | 3 | 2023 |
| Cedar Creek | 2 | 2026 |
Other waterbodies with a report
These have one or two reports in a single year, so there isn't enough history for a page of their own yet.
- Central Branch Kern Island Canal (2026)
- City Creek (2017)
- Fern'S Lake (2020)
- Lake Hacienda (2026)
- Lake Ming (2025)
- Tributary To Salmon Creek (2025)
Source: California State Water Resources Control Board, official data. For current conditions see the California HABs Portal map.