Public notification is an important part of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) made significant changes to the Public Notification Rule, which were added to Wisconsin Administrative Code, Ch. NR 809,…
“Public Water System” means a system for the provision to the public of piped water for human consumption, if such a system has at least 15 service connections or regularly serves an average of at least 25 individuals daily at least 60 days out of…
The state's safe drinking water code ch. NR 809 Wis. Adm. Code will be revised to include federal PFAS maximum contaminant levels (MCLs), technical edits and updates to lead and copper. As information about these rule updates becomes available, it…
The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) requires public water systems to test water supplies for bacteriological agents and chemical contaminants to protect the health of their consumers. The frequency and extent of testing is dependent on the population…
Wisconsin Administrative Codes that relate to private and public drinking water are provided on this page as links to the Wisconsin Legislative website. To request an official paper copy of a specific code, follow the instructions on the Wisconsin…
Source water protection helps prevent contaminants from entering sources of drinking water. It's the first line of defense to reduce the chance that contaminants will be in a glass of water from your tap. Source water protection avoids potential…
Common project document definitions/expectations:Cover letters should provide a general description of the need for the project and proposed scope of work. Cover letters may address previous project approvals or prior work done that is associated…
Chapter NR 108, Wis. Adm. Code, allows the DNR up to 90 days to approve, return or deny submitted plans for new construction or improvements relating to a public water system. Average Review Process Timeframes Water Mains: 55-65 days All other…
The following are the most current sample lab analysis slips which are used for compliance with Safe Drinking Water Act regulations. Systems are mailed sampling slips as part of the normal mailing schedule. If you did not receive a slip or need…
The Capacity Development Program aims to help public water systems strengthen their ability to consistently supply safe drinking water to their customers. The program focuses on assisting system owners and operators, particularly small water systems…