Ware Selectboard approves pilot study after sanitary survey flags PFAS risk to Well #5
Following a DEP sanitary survey, the board voted unanimously to fund a pilot study to determine the best approach to treat PFAS in the town’s water supply after consultants warned Well #5 could exceed anticipated federal limits; estimated capital costs exceed $30 million.
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The Ware Selectboard voted unanimously on Dec. 4, 2025, to proceed with a pilot study to evaluate options for treating per‑ and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the town water system after consultants said future federal limits could cause Well #5 to exceed permissible levels.
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