Sauk City drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 12 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Radium, and 8 others. PFAS testing has been conducted with no detections. Water hardness is 294 mg/L (very hard), which can cause scale buildup in appliances and reduce soap effectiveness.
Contaminants detected in Sauk City water
12 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Sauk City 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. 12 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Radium, Uranium. 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 Sauk City water?
Monitoring has detected 12 contaminants in Sauk City's water supply: Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Radium, Uranium, Gross Alpha Radiation, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Selenium, Fluoride, Beryllium, Barium. 3 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Sauk City water have PFAS?
Sauk City'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.
Is Sauk City water hard?
Yes. Sauk City water has a hardness of 294 mg/L (very 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 Sauk City get its drinking water?
Sauk City'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. Sauk City is served by 2 water systems, the largest being SAUK CITY WATERWORKS (serving 3,518 people).
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