Elcho drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 7 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, and 3 others. PFAS testing has been conducted with no detections. Water hardness is 17 mg/L (soft), which is within a typical range for the region.
Contaminants detected in Elcho water
7 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Elcho tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels). However, 1 contaminant is present above independent health guidelines, which are often stricter than legal limits. 7 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). 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 Elcho water?
Monitoring has detected 7 contaminants in Elcho's water supply: Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Barium, Fluoride. 1 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Elcho water have PFAS?
Elcho's water has been tested for PFAS compounds with no detections. Testing was conducted as part of the EPA's Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) program.
Where does Elcho get its drinking water?
Elcho'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. Elcho is served by one water system: ELCHO SANITARY DISTRICT 1.
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