By Megan Wehring

WIMBERLEY–A popular spot for the summer is no longer welcoming swimmers–at least for now.

Swimming will not be allowed at Jacob’s Well Natural Area “for the foreseeable future,” according to Hays County officials. This is due to the threat of high bacteria levels, other pollutants, and poor visibility that lead to unsafe conditions for swimming.

The area remains open for hiking and other activities including geocaching.

Given the unforeseen circumstance...