Can You Drink Spring Water Without Treating It? The Dangers Explained
                                
                                
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                                According to a study by Penn State Extension on roadside springs, 97% failed at least one drinking water standard, indicating that even seemingly clean natural sources are often contaminated. This makes the question 'Can you drink spring water without treating it?' a critical one for hikers, campers, and homesteaders alike, with the unequivocal answer being no, it is not safe.