Village of Kronenwetter residents are expected to have cleaner water as the village’s new water filtration has been completed.
The filtration system is connected to the village’s well No. 2 and is meant to filter out the high levels of manganese and iron. The levels are below the Environmental Protection Agency’s accepted range, village leaders say, but elevated levels can stain fixtures and ruin clothing. It can also have an odor.
“This launch is a watershed moment for residents utilizing the Village’s water utility,” says Village President Chris Voll. “We have heard and understand their frustrations with the manganese in the water. We know this facility will improve water for years to come.”
That manganese and iron will take some time to flush out the pipes after years of buildup, Kronenwetter officials say, but will be more noticeable when they flush the pipes in the spring.
Total cost of the project, completed by Ellis Stone Construction in Stevens Point, is roughly $3.5 million.
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