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Iron in Drinking Water

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BY Alex Colter, Robert L. Mahler

December 31, 2005

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Following a content review conducted by a subject matter specialist, this publication was determined to contain information that is outdated, inaccurate, or no longer aligned with current guidance and standards. As a result, the publication has been removed from public access.

Iron in drinking water, though harmless, can result in poor tasting unattractive water that stains both plumbing fixtures and clothing. PNW 589 discusses four types of iron in water and seven options for dealing with problems they cause.

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