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Water Quality Report

Savage, WI

Scott County · 30,285 residents · 1 water system

2

Contaminants detected

1

PFAS compounds

Hardness (mg/L)

0

Above legal limits

0

Above health guidelines

Savage drinking water comes from surface water. 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 Savage water.

Contaminants detected in Savage water

Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.

Lead0 / 0.015 mg/L
0% of EPA limit
Lithium12.6 ug/L
Unregulated
PFAS (1 compounds detected)
Microplastics (not routinely tested)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Savage, WI tap water safe to drink?
Savage tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels) and independent health guidelines. 2 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Lithium. Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. View the detailed report for each water system to see specific levels.
What contaminants are in Savage water?
Monitoring has detected 2 contaminants in Savage's water supply: Lead, Lithium. Additionally, 1 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Savage water have PFAS?
Yes. 1 PFAS compounds have been detected in Savage'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 Savage get its drinking water?
Savage's drinking water comes from surface water sources. The water is treated and tested according to Wisconsin DNR and EPA requirements before distribution. Savage is served by one water system: Savage.

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