Iron River drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 11 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Arsenic, Copper, and 7 others. PFAS testing has been conducted with no detections. Water hardness is 88 mg/L (moderately hard), which is within a typical range for the region.
Contaminants detected in Iron River water
11 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Iron River 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. 11 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Arsenic, Copper, Gross Alpha Radiation. 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 Iron River water?
Monitoring has detected 11 contaminants in Iron River's water supply: Lead, Nitrate, Arsenic, Copper, Gross Alpha Radiation, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Nickel, Beryllium, Fluoride, Barium. 2 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Iron River water have PFAS?
Iron River'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 Iron River get its drinking water?
Iron River'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. Iron River is served by one water system: IRON RIVER SANITARY DISTRICT.
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