Douglas County · 15,150 residents · 2 water systems
3
Contaminants detected
4
PFAS compounds
—
Hardness (mg/L)
1
Above legal limits
0
Above health guidelines
Alexandria drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 3 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Copper, Lithium. PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in Alexandria water.
Contaminants detected in Alexandria water
3 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Alexandria tap water has 1 contaminant currently measured above EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels). 3 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Copper, Lithium. View the detailed report for each water system to see specific levels, how they compare to both legal limits and health guidelines, and what actions to take.
What contaminants are in Alexandria water?
Monitoring has detected 3 contaminants in Alexandria's water supply: Lead, Copper, Lithium. Additionally, 4 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. 1 of these are above EPA legal limits. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Alexandria water have PFAS?
Yes. 4 PFAS compounds have been detected in Alexandria's water supply at trace levels. PFAS are sometimes called "forever chemicals" because they do not break down in the environment. The EPA has set Maximum Contaminant Levels for several PFAS compounds. View the detailed report for specific concentrations.
Where does Alexandria get its drinking water?
Alexandria's drinking water comes from groundwater wells that draw from underground aquifers. The water is treated and tested according to Wisconsin DNR and EPA requirements before distribution. Alexandria is served by 2 water systems, the largest being Alexandria (serving 15,000 people).
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