Sherwood drinking water comes from surface water. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 10 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Radium, and 6 others. PFAS testing has been conducted with no detections. Water hardness is 70 mg/L (moderately hard), which is within a typical range for the region.
Contaminants detected in Sherwood water
10 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Sherwood tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels) and independent health guidelines. 10 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Radium, Uranium. Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. View the detailed report for each water system to see specific levels.
What contaminants are in Sherwood water?
Monitoring has detected 10 contaminants in Sherwood's water supply: Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Radium, Uranium, Gross Alpha Radiation, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Barium, Fluoride. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Sherwood water have PFAS?
Sherwood'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.
Where does Sherwood get its drinking water?
Sherwood's drinking water comes from surface water sources. The water is treated and tested according to Wisconsin DNR and EPA requirements before distribution. Sherwood is served by one water system: SHERWOOD WATERWORKS.
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