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Milwaukee County Water Quality Report2004, Milwaukee Water Works
 
 
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www.mpw.net/Pages/water/docs/wqr2004.pdf
 

This report outlines the quality of tap water in Milwaukee county, and outlines measures that residents can take to make sure that their water is contaminant free. Of particular note is lead poising. This can stem from out of date pipes in older homes that are commonly found in Milwaukee's poorer neighborhoods. Recommendations on how to avoid lead poisoning are mentioned. This report also provides contanct information for citizens that want their water tested by the city.