Zinc is a necessary nutrient for your body in small amounts. Zinc is known for being in many nutritional supplements, used in plumbing and batteries, and in penny production. Did you know you can also have zinc in your water? It’s true.
Zinc can be found naturally in air, soil, and water, and enter the environment through anthropogenic activities like mining and metal processing. Elevated levels of zinc in drinking water may cause the water to have a milky, chalky, or turbid appearance and a metallic or bitter taste. Testing your well water is important to ensure your water quality is safe for you and your family. You should test for zinc initially and monitor any level found annually thereafter. Contact your state or local health department or use our interactive map for a list of state-certified laboratories in your area.
Download our Zinc & Well Water information sheet for more information.