CITY REPORT WI HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 2

Clear Lake, WI: 9 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

ZIP Codes

Water Systems

ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations

Zone 2

County Radon Potential (Moderate)

$242K

Median Home Value

$300

Est. Remediation (0.1% of home value)

Clear Lake Water: The Quick Version

Your city's water systems recorded 9 violations since 2021.
Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0043 mg/L.
Homes built before 1986: 58% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 13.5.

Water Systems Serving Clear Lake

The 3 largest of 3 systems connected with Clear Lake, WI are listed below.

Amery Waterworks
Serves ~2,962 people 6 violations
Clear Lake Waterworks
Serves ~1,061 people
Clayton Waterworks
Serves ~765 people 3 violations

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Clear Lake, Wisconsin, covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 3,222 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Clear Lake water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0043 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 2.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant	Category	Violations	ZIPs Affected
Public Notice Rule	Reporting	6	1
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions	Treatment Technique	4	1
Gross Alpha (excl. radon and uranium)	Radionuclides	2	1
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Radionuclides	2	1
Radium-228	Radionuclides	2	1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code	Safety Score	Violations	Health-Based	System
54005	—	9	2	Amery Waterworks

All ZIP Codes in Clear Lake

54005 - 9 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

CDC Health Data for Clear Lake

10.7%

Asthma (US: 9.8%)

12.4%

Diabetes (US: 10.4%)

15%

Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 10.7% ↑

Diabetes 12.4% ↑

Mental Health 15% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Key Contaminants Detected in Clear Lake

Public Notice Rule 6 violations

Reporting

Lead and Copper Rule Revisions 4 violations

Treatment Technique

Gross Alpha (excl. radon and uranium) 2 violations

Radionuclides · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 15 pCi/L

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

How Old Is Clear Lake's Housing Stock?

1971

Median Build Year

58%

Built Before 1986

39%

Built Before 1970

Copper

Likely Pipe Material

With 58% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Pre-1986 homes make up a large part of Clear Lake's housing; median build year 1971.

1971

Median Year Built

58%

Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)

39%

Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)

Pre-1970 (39%) 1970–1986 (19%) Post-1986 (42%)

Over half of homes in Clear Lake were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Clear Lake: Remediation Cost in Perspective

In Clear Lake, estimated remediation comes to 1% or less of the median home value.

Median Home Value

$241,500

Est. Remediation

$300

Remediation as % of home value 0.1%

Estimated remediation costs in Clear Lake can be compared with local home values. The $150–$600 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 5% above the Wisconsin average.

Protecting Children from Lead in Clear Lake

58%

Homes Built Before 1986

0.0043

mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Clear Lake, WI

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Water Quality

EPA violations, contaminant data, and water system grades

9 EPA violations

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Lead Risk

Lead levels, housing age, and pipe risk assessment

0.0043 mg/L average of reported 90th-percentile lead results

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Infrastructure

Water system age, source indicators, and CO/gas safety

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Clear Lake?

EPA records list 9 EPA violations, including 2 health-based violations for Clear Lake water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.

Does Clear Lake water have lead?

The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Clear Lake is 0.0043 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.

How many water systems serve Clear Lake?

Our records map 3 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Clear Lake. The related population figure in our data is approximately 3,222 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.

How much does it cost to fix water issues in Clear Lake?

Estimated remediation cost per household in Clear Lake: $300; modeled range $150 to $600. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.

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