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Rhinelander, WI
RHINELANDER WATER & WASTEWATER

Is Rhinelander tap water safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: August 2024
Action Advised
Source: Official EPA UCMR5 federal monitoring data | Last tested August 2024

Can you drink the tap water in Rhinelander?

Rhinelander tap water has 6 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFPeA at 3,2× the limit (tested August 2024). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

Recommended for Rhinelander tap water
Water filter for Rhinelander tap water: Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
Pitcher filter
Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.
Contaminants above EPA limits detected in Rhinelander. Fastest way to reduce exposure.
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The health risk for Rhinelander

PFAS ('forever chemicals') have been detected above EPA limits in this water system's most recent tests. These synthetic chemicals do not break down in the body and are linked to a range of health effects. A certified filter is strongly recommended.
  • PFHpA, PFOA, PFPeA above limit.
PFPeA concentration (µg/L) August 2024
0 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 0.01 µg/L
0.010 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.003 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
220% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.003 µg/L | Your water: 0.010 µg/L
Certified Filters for Rhinelander Tap Water

PFPeA (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected above EPA limits. These filters are independently certified to reduce common drinking-water contaminants.

Water filter recommendation for Rhinelander tap water: Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
Pitcher filter
Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.
Best for renters or quick setup. No installation needed.
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Water filter recommendation for Rhinelander tap water: Waterdrop G3P600 Reverse Osmosis System
Under-sink RO system
Waterdrop G3P600 Reverse Osmosis System
8-stage tankless RO system certified to NSF/ANSI 58, reduces 1,000+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, arsenic, fluoride, and nitrates.
Best for homeowners. Heavy-duty filtration for long-term protection.
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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA
Tested: August 2024 · Storage Reservoir (Wells 4 & 5)		 0.010 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 220% above limit
PFHpA
Tested: August 2024 · Storage Reservoir (Wells 4 & 5)		 0.006 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 113% above limit
PFOA
Tested: August 2024 · Storage Reservoir (Wells 4 & 5)		 0.007 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 70% above limit
PFOA
Tested: August 2024 · Well 6 (BG544)		 0.006 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 50% above limit
PFPeA
Tested: August 2024 · Well 6 (BG544)		 0.004 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 23% above limit
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Storage Reservoir (Wells 4 & 5) · Tested: August 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA 0.010 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 220% above limit
PFHpA 0.006 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 113% above limit
PFOA 0.007 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 70% above limit
PFHxA 0.011 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.4% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Well 6 (BG544) · Tested: August 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFOA 0.006 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 50% above limit
PFPeA 0.004 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 23% above limit
PFHpA 0.004 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 20% above limit
PFHxA 0.004 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.1% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025)
Guideline source EPA drinking water standard (PFPeA: 0,003 µg/L)
Last tested August 2024
Last page update 2026-03-31

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