Necedah 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, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, and 6 others. PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in Necedah water.
Contaminants detected in Necedah water
10 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Necedah tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels). However, 1 contaminant is present above independent health guidelines, which are often stricter than legal limits. 10 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 Necedah water?
Monitoring has detected 10 contaminants in Necedah's water supply: Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Selenium, PFHpA (Perfluoroheptanoic Acid), Styrene, Mercury (inorganic), Barium. Additionally, 6 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. 1 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Necedah water have PFAS?
Yes. 6 PFAS compounds have been detected in Necedah'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 Necedah get its drinking water?
Necedah'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. Necedah is served by one water system: NECEDAH WATERWORKS.
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