Fifield drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 12 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Radium, and 8 others. Water hardness is 130 mg/L (hard), which is within a typical range for the region.
Contaminants detected in Fifield water
12 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Fifield 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. 12 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 Fifield water?
Monitoring has detected 12 contaminants in Fifield's water supply: Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Radium, Uranium, Gross Alpha Radiation, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Nickel, Chromium (total), Fluoride, Barium. 1 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Is Fifield water hard?
Yes. Fifield water has a hardness of 130 mg/L (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 Fifield get its drinking water?
Fifield'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. Fifield is served by one water system: FIFIELD SANITARY DISTRICT.
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