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Water Quality Report

Crivitz, WI

Marinette County · 1,026 residents · 1 water system

10

Contaminants detected

3

PFAS compounds

290

Hardness (mg/L)

0

Above legal limits

2

Above health guidelines

Crivitz drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 10 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Radium, and 6 others. PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in Crivitz water. Water hardness is 290 mg/L (very hard), which can cause scale buildup in appliances and reduce soap effectiveness.

Contaminants detected in Crivitz water

Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.

Lead0.00027 / 0.015 mg/L
2% of EPA limit
Nitrate1.6 / 10 mg/L
16% of EPA limit
Copper350 / 1300 ug/L
27% of EPA limit
Radium1.4 / 5 pCi/L
28% of EPA limit
Uranium0.463 / 30 ug/L
2% of EPA limit
Total Trihalomethanes19.5 / 80 ug/L
24% of EPA limit
4% of EPA limit
Nickel0.0025 mg/L
UnregulatedInorganic
Fluoride0.096 / 4 mg/L
2% of EPA limit
Barium0.022 / 2 mg/L
1% of EPA limit
PFAS (3 compounds detected)
Microplastics (not routinely tested)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Crivitz, WI tap water safe to drink?
Crivitz 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. 10 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Radium, Uranium. 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 Crivitz water?
Monitoring has detected 10 contaminants in Crivitz's water supply: Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Radium, Uranium, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Nickel, Fluoride, Barium. Additionally, 3 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. 2 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Crivitz water have PFAS?
Yes. 3 PFAS compounds have been detected in Crivitz'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.
Is Crivitz water hard?
Yes. Crivitz water has a hardness of 290 mg/L (very hard). Hard water is not a health concern but can cause scale buildup in water heaters and appliances, reduce soap effectiveness, and leave mineral deposits. Water softeners or conditioning systems can address hardness.
Where does Crivitz get its drinking water?
Crivitz'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. Crivitz is served by one water system: CRIVITZ WATERWORKS.

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