Every year, Sheboygan County’s UW Extension Community Development Educator Kevin Struck picks a town in the County to test their water and last year he chose the Town of Sherman.
The samples collected showed a rather troubling result.
Nearly one fourth of the 80 collected samples showed the presence of coliform bacteria, which is significantly higher than the 15% average statewide.
On a positive note, only 2 of the 19 contaminated wells had E. coli bacteria present.
Also, 5% of the samples exceeded nitrate limits, 25% exceeded limits for naturally occurring arsenic, but it should be noted that none of them were excessively.
If you are concerned and have questions, you can call the UW Sheboygan County Extension Office at 920-459-5900.
