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PFAS Fish Consumption Advisories Of Lake Superior And Mississippi River

Below is a summary of the DNR’s PFAS-based fish consumption advisories for Lake Superior, including its tributaries, and the Mississippi River.

There may be additional consumption advisories for these locations that are based on other contaminants, such as mercury or PCBs. The Choose Wisely booklet provides a complete list of the DNR's fish consumption advisories.

Lake Superior and its Tributaries

Who Should Follow This Recommendation?SpeciesMaximum Number Of Servings Per MonthSize Of Fish
EveryoneRainbow smelt4All sizes

Mississippi River, Pool 3 - 6

Who Should Follow This Recommendation?SpeciesMaximum Number Of Servings Per MonthSize Of Fish
EveryoneBlack crappie4All sizes
EveryoneBluegill4All sizes