Lincoln County · 14,449 residents · 4 water systems
2
Contaminants detected
1
PFAS compounds
—
Hardness (mg/L)
0
Above legal limits
3
Above health guidelines
Lake Benton drinking water comes from a mix of groundwater and surface water sources. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 2 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Lithium. PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in Lake Benton water.
Contaminants detected in Lake Benton water
2 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Lake Benton tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels). However, 3 contaminants are present above independent health guidelines, which are often stricter than legal limits. 2 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Lithium. 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 Lake Benton water?
Monitoring has detected 2 contaminants in Lake Benton's water supply: Lead, Lithium. Additionally, 1 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. 3 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Lake Benton water have PFAS?
Yes. 1 PFAS compounds have been detected in Lake Benton'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.
Where does Lake Benton get its drinking water?
Lake Benton'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. Lake Benton is served by 4 water systems, the largest being Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water System (serving 13,644 people).
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