Less than a week after opening for the season, the beach at Tuscarora State Park in Barnesville has been closed to swimming.

The closure occurred on Tuesday and is due to water quality.

“As a precaution, the beach will remain closed until acceptable water sample results are received,” according to information from park officials.

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has posted closure signs at the park’s entrance and in the beach area.

Other activities at Tuscarora, such as camping, picnicking, hiking and fishing are proceeding as usual.