Lake Tomahawk drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 10 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Arsenic, Copper, and 6 others. PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in Lake Tomahawk water.
Contaminants detected in Lake Tomahawk water
10 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Lake Tomahawk 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. 10 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Arsenic, Copper, Radium. 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 Tomahawk water?
Monitoring has detected 10 contaminants in Lake Tomahawk's water supply: Lead, Nitrate, Arsenic, Copper, Radium, Uranium, Gross Alpha Radiation, Netfosaa, Barium, Fluoride. Additionally, 1 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. 2 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Lake Tomahawk water have PFAS?
Yes. 1 PFAS compounds have been detected in Lake Tomahawk'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 Tomahawk get its drinking water?
Lake Tomahawk'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. Lake Tomahawk is served by one water system: MCNAUGHTON CORRECTIONAL CENTER.
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