# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Testing the Waters w Driftless Area Water Study - Richland Co Event
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 05:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Residents of Crawford, Richland, and Vernon Counties are encouraged to attend any of the sessions to review aggregated results, participate in Q&A, and learn about private well maintenance. 

Events are free and open to everyone, regardless of whether you participated in the study.

Richland County: Thursday, June 25 at 5:30 PM
Location: Richland Center Community Center, 1050 N. Orange Street

A VIRTUAL OPTION WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE JUNE 9 VERNON CO EVENT AT NOON: https://www.crawfordstewardship.org/event-details-registration/vernon-virtual-testing-the-waters-driftless-area-water-study-results-2026
Recording will be made available at crawfordstewardship.org 

The DAWS project was launched in 2020 to establish a scientific baseline for groundwater health in Wisconsin’s Driftless area. Because the region’s karst geology makes groundwater highly vulnerable to surface contaminants, this data is critical for both homeowners and local policymakers.  The project is an ongoing partnership between 3 counties (Crawford, Richland, Vernon), the University of Wisconsin Center for Watershed Science & Education, and Crawford Stewardship Project.

Well water samples were analyzed for key indicators of contamination:

Nitrates: Often linked to fertilizers, manure, and sometimes septic systems; high levels pose risks to infants and pregnant individuals.

Bacteria: Presence of E. coli or Total Coliform indicating potential contamination or plumbing issues.

Metals: Including lead, arsenic, copper, iron, uranium, zinc, and many more. Some of these occur naturally and some are contaminants, some are safe while others pose serious health risks.
"While individual results are kept strictly confidential, the aggregated data tells a story about the health of our shared resources," says Dawn Adams, Crawford Co. Public Health Specialist.

In addition to the public forums, expert staff from the UW-Stevens Point Center for Watershed Science and Education will deliver formal briefings to the Crawford, Richland, and Vernon County Boards to help inform future land-use and health policies.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/richland-center/testing-the-waters-w-driftless-area-water-study-richland-co-event/200030181003533
- **Event Categories**: health-wellness, science-fair, business
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 55

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Richland Center
- **state**: WI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Richland Center Community Center, 1050 N. Orange Street
- **lat**: 43.34418
- **long**: -90.3889
- **full address**: Richland Center Community Center, 1050 N. Orange Street, 1055 N Orange St, Richland Center, WI 53581, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Testing the Waters w Driftless Area Water Study - Richland Co Event being held?
  - **A:** Testing the Waters w Driftless Area Water Study - Richland Co Event takes place on Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 05:30 pm at Richland Center Community Center, 1050 N. Orange Street, 1055 N Orange St, Richland Center, WI 53581, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Testing the Waters w Driftless Area Water Study - Richland Co Event?
  - **A:** Testing the Waters w Driftless Area Water Study - Richland Co Event is organized by Crawford Stewardship Project.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Testing the Waters w Driftless Area Water Study - Richland Co Event is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Richland Center, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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