Is River Hills, WI Tap Water Safe to Drink?
River Hills, WI tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does River Hills Get Its Water?
Water in River Hills, WI is provided by 6 public water systems: FOX POINT WATERWORKS, GLENDALE WATERWORKS, MEQUON WATER UTILITY, MILWAUKEE WATERWORKS, NORTH SHORE WATER COMMISSION and WHITEFISH BAY WATERWORKS.
How Is River Hills Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine and calcium hypochlorite and ozone. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration) and post-ozone biofiltration.
What's in River Hills Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in River Hills public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 6:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for River Hills
Current EPA monitoring data for River Hills shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about River Hills Tap Water
Is River Hills tap water safe to drink?
River Hills tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in River Hills tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in River Hills water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 8:2 FTS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does River Hills get its drinking water?
River Hills receives water from 6 public water systems, including FOX POINT WATERWORKS.
Do I need a water filter in River Hills?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in River Hills. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is River Hills tap water tested?
Public water systems in River Hills are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2025-01-08.
Tap water reports by ZIP in River Hills
- 53217 - River Hills tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving River Hills, WI
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- FOX POINT WATERWORKSLooks OK
- NORTH SHORE WATER COMMISSIONLooks OK