Grace Kirchner, Leader Correspondent
People have been asked to stay out of the Pigeon River in Clintonville as the Department of Natural Resources investigates a wastewater release from a dairy farm located along Reinke Road.
DNR officials say the wastewater flowed into Honey Creek, a local tributary that discharges to the Pigeon River, last week. Honey Creek flows into the Pigeon River near the Memorial Bridge in Clintonville.
DNR and city officials decided to post signs along the river, from where the creek flows into the river through WA Olen Park. People have been advised not to wade, swim or fish in the water. Pets also should be kept out of the water and should not drink the water.
The DNR has confirmed that the discharge from the farm has stopped, though wastewater already released is still impacting Honey Creek. The DNR is working with local officials to investigate the incident.
The farm, which has a DNR wastewater discharge permit, is taking actions to collect released wastewater.
For information, contact DNR spill coordinator Tauren Beggs at 920-662-5178 or TaurenBeggs@wisconsin.gov.