Water Quality Report
Cameron, WI
Barron County · 1,882 residents · 2 water systems
6
Contaminants detected
0
PFAS compounds
—
Hardness (mg/L)
0
Above legal limits
2
Above health guidelines
Cameron drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 6 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Barium, and 2 others.
Contaminants detected in Cameron water
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cameron, WI tap water safe to drink?
Cameron tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels). However, 2 contaminants are present above independent health guidelines, which are often stricter than legal limits. 6 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Barium, Chromium (total). View the detailed report for each water system to see specific levels and how they compare to both legal limits and health guidelines.
What contaminants are in Cameron water?
Monitoring has detected 6 contaminants in Cameron's water supply: Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Barium, Chromium (total), Fluoride. 2 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Where does Cameron get its drinking water?
Cameron'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. Cameron is served by 2 water systems, the largest being CAMERON WATERWORKS (serving 1,787 people).
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