Well 15 - PFAS Treatment Project
About the Project
Project Overview
This project focuses on removing PFAS, or Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances, from Well 15. PFAS are a class of thousands of chemicals used in a variety of products, from food packaging and cookware to upholstery, clothing and firefighting foam. The chemicals do not break down naturally in the environment and are believed to have negative health impacts. PFAS were first discovered at Well 15 during routine water quality testing in 2017; the well was later shut down in 2019. Effectively, Madison Water Utility began in-depth testing for a broad spectrum of PFAS chemicals at all city wells in 2019. At that time, Madison Water Utility and the City of Madison made a commitment to the community that Well 15 would not be put back in service until an effective treatment was employed.
The purpose of this project is to develop preliminary designs for a PFAS treatment facility at Well 15. This is the first step to removing PFAS at the well and getting it back in service.
Project Updates
Well 15 Public Information Meeting and Listening Session
June 30th 6:30-8:00 p.m.
East Madison Community Center
8 Straubel Court, Madison, WI, 53704
Please join us June 30th at the East Madison Community Center to receive an update on the current status of municipal Well 15 including information on an upcoming PFAS treatment project. This will be the first of several chances for members of the public to provide input on this project and to express any opinions, concerns or recommended priorities. A short presentation will be given by Water Utility staff followed by an opportunity for public input. Refreshments and other accommodations will be provided.
Please join us June 30th at the East Madison Community Center to receive an update on the current status of municipal Well 15 including information on an upcoming PFAS treatment project. This will be the first of several chances for members of the public to provide input on this project and to express any opinions, concerns or recommended priorities. A short presentation will be given by Water Utility staff followed by an opportunity for public input. Refreshments and other accommodations will be provided.