Kenosha County · 99,709 residents · 7 water systems
13
Contaminants detected
6
PFAS compounds
140
Hardness (mg/L)
0
Above legal limits
6
Above health guidelines
Kenosha drinking water comes from a mix of groundwater and surface water sources. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 13 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, and 9 others. PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in Kenosha water. Water hardness is 140 mg/L (hard), which is within a typical range for the region.
Contaminants detected in Kenosha water
13 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Kenosha tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels). However, 6 contaminants are present above independent health guidelines, which are often stricter than legal limits. 13 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 Kenosha water?
Monitoring has detected 13 contaminants in Kenosha's water supply: Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Atrazine, Xylenes, Fluoride, Metolachlor, PFHpA (Perfluoroheptanoic Acid), Orthophosphate, Toc, Phosphorus Total. Additionally, 6 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. 6 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Kenosha water have PFAS?
Yes. 6 PFAS compounds have been detected in Kenosha'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.
Is Kenosha water hard?
Yes. Kenosha water has a hardness of 140 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 Kenosha get its drinking water?
Kenosha's drinking water comes from a combination of groundwater and surface water sources. The water is treated and tested according to Wisconsin DNR and EPA requirements before distribution. Kenosha is served by 7 water systems, the largest being KENOSHA WATER UTILITY (serving 99,218 people).
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