Is Madison tap water safe to drink?

Yes.   Madison water is routinely tested for more than 130 potential contaminants, including both regulated and unregulated substances.  The Madison Water Utility does extensive testing and confirms that we meet all current federal and state drinking water standards.

To read more and get on a city mailing list, go to:  http://www.cityofmadison.com/water/waterQuality/ChromiuminWater.cfm

United States EPA – Chromium in Drinking Water

California EPA – Public Health Goal for Hexavalent Chromium