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Water Quality Report

Crystal, WI

Hennepin County · 22,937 residents · 1 water system

2

Contaminants detected

1

PFAS compounds

Hardness (mg/L)

0

Above legal limits

0

Above health guidelines

Crystal drinking water comes from surface water. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 2 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid). PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in Crystal water.

Contaminants detected in Crystal water

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

Lead0 / 0.015 mg/L
0% of EPA limit
PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid)0.0092 ug/L
UnregulatedPFAS
PFAS (1 compounds detected)
Microplastics (not routinely tested)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal, WI tap water safe to drink?
Crystal tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels) and independent health guidelines. 2 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid). Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. View the detailed report for each water system to see specific levels.
What contaminants are in Crystal water?
Monitoring has detected 2 contaminants in Crystal's water supply: Lead, PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid). Additionally, 1 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Crystal water have PFAS?
Yes. 1 PFAS compounds have been detected in Crystal'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 Crystal get its drinking water?
Crystal's drinking water comes from surface water sources. The water is treated and tested according to Wisconsin DNR and EPA requirements before distribution. Crystal is served by one water system: Crystal.

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