In Middleton, Wisconsin, a new program aims to reduce salt pollution in local waterways from home water softeners. The Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District and the City of Middleton are providing residents with free blending valves and professional installation.
These devices mix some hard water with softened water, which can lower salt use by about 25%. This may help maintain water quality and reduce costs for homeowners. The program is intended to limit salt entering lakes and streams in the area…