Port of Stockton (and Smith Canal)
Advice based on PCBs.
No one should eat any fish or shellfish from the Port of Stockton (and Smith Canal). Separate advice is available for the San Joaquin River.
Biotoxins from harmful algal blooms (HABs) may be found in California water bodies, see Resources related to Biotoxins and Harmful Algal Blooms for more information.
Waterbody
Women 18-49 Years and Children 1-17 Years
Women 50 Years and Older and Men 18 Years and Older
Resources related to Biotoxins and Harmful Algal Blooms
Harmful algal blooms are increasing in California and may occur throughout the year in some water bodies. OEHHA recommends that you check the California harmful algal bloom (HAB) portal to see if a bloom has been reported at this water body and learn healthy water habits to protect yourself, your family, and your pets during your visit.
Fish, Ecotoxicology and Water Section
Sacramento Office
1001 I Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone: (916) 423-7572
fish@oehha.ca.gov