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Which states have the cleanest and dirtiest beaches?

The National Resources Defense Council has released their annual beach report--highlighting the country's dirtiest and cleanest swimming spots.

States with the cleanest swimming holes:

New Hampshire

Delaware

Oregon

Virginia

Hawaii

States with the highest levels of reported contamination:

Louisiana

Rhode Island

Illinois

Ohio

Michigan

Here are the full ratings of 200 popular beaches so you can check out your favorite summer haunt.

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Adriene Hill is a multimedia reporter for the Marketplace sustainability desk, with a focus on consumer issues and the individual relationship to sustainability and the environment. Follow Adriene on Twitter @adrienehill