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Water Quality Report

Stillwater, WI

Washington County · 21,148 residents · 8 water systems

4

Contaminants detected

6

PFAS compounds

Hardness (mg/L)

0

Above legal limits

3

Above health guidelines

Stillwater drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 4 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Pfpea, PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid), Lithium. PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in Stillwater water.

Contaminants detected in Stillwater water

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

Lead0.002 / 0.015 mg/L
13% of EPA limit
Pfpea0.0038 ug/L
Unregulated
PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid)0.118 ug/L
UnregulatedPFAS
Lithium10.9 ug/L
Unregulated
PFAS (6 compounds detected)
Microplastics (not routinely tested)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Stillwater, WI tap water safe to drink?
Stillwater 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. 4 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Pfpea, PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid), Lithium. 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 Stillwater water?
Monitoring has detected 4 contaminants in Stillwater's water supply: Lead, Pfpea, PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid), Lithium. Additionally, 6 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. 3 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Stillwater water have PFAS?
Yes. 6 PFAS compounds have been detected in Stillwater'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 Stillwater get its drinking water?
Stillwater'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. Stillwater is served by 8 water systems, the largest being Stillwater (serving 19,462 people).

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