Friendship drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 4 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). Water hardness is 138 mg/L (hard), which is within a typical range for the region.
Contaminants detected in Friendship water
4 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Friendship tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels). However, 4 contaminants are present above independent health guidelines, which are often stricter than legal limits. 4 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, 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 Friendship water?
Monitoring has detected 4 contaminants in Friendship's water supply: Lead, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). 4 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Is Friendship water hard?
Yes. Friendship water has a hardness of 138 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 Friendship get its drinking water?
Friendship'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. Friendship is served by 2 water systems, the largest being FRIENDSHIP WATERWORKS (serving 781 people).
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