Author: Yang, Sarah P

High levels of nitrate can affect everyone.

Babies and women who are or may become
pregnant are especially sensitive to nitrate and
should take immediate action if levels are high.
Nitrate may cause thyroid problems and increase the risk of
certain types of cancers in all people. Everyone should limit exposure if levels are high.
Babies and pregnant women are especially sensitive to nitrate and should take immediate action if levels are high.

Test your well every year and take action if nitrate levels are above 10 mg/L.

Steps to take if levels are high:
Limit or stop using the water for drinking and preparing beverages like coffee, tea, and infant formula.
Limit or stop using the water for preparing food that use a lot of water like rice and soup.

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The Nitrate in Private Well Water fact sheet has more information on testing and actions to take:
dhs.wisconsin.gov/library/p-02128.htm

P-02378 (03/2019)

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