CITY REPORT WI HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 1

Lake Tomahawk, WI - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

ZIP Codes

Water Systems

ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations

Zone 2

County Radon Potential (Moderate)

$241K

Median Home Value

$300

Est. Remediation (0.1% of home value)

Key Facts for Lake Tomahawk Residents

Your city's water systems recorded 6 violations since 2021.
Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0022 mg/L.
Homes built before 1986: 61% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.28.

Lake Tomahawk's Water Providers

Here the list of water systems for Lake Tomahawk, WI has a single entry, while the figure of 1 count every system federal data connect to the area's ZIP codes.

Lakeland Sanitary District 1
Serves ~2,381 people 6 violations

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Lake Tomahawk, Wisconsin (population ~1,404), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 2,381 people region-wide. 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. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Lake Tomahawk water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0022 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
Lead and Copper Rule	Treatment Technique	4	1
Consumer Confidence Rule	Reporting	4	1
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions	Treatment Technique	2	1
Public Notice Rule	Reporting	2	1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code	Safety Score	Violations	Health-Based	System
54539	—	6	1	Lakeland Sanitary District 1

All ZIP Codes in Lake Tomahawk

54539 - 6 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.

Lake Tomahawk Community Health Snapshot

10.4%

Asthma (US: 9.8%)

13.8%

Diabetes (US: 10.4%)

14.5%

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 10.4% ↑

Diabetes 13.8% ↑

Mental Health 14.5% ↓

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

What's in Lake Tomahawk's Water?

Lead and Copper Rule 4 violations

Treatment Technique

Developmental delays in children, kidney damage

Consumer Confidence Rule 4 violations

Reporting

Lead and Copper Rule Revisions 2 violations

Treatment Technique

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

Lake Tomahawk Infrastructure Age

1988

Median Build Year

61%

Built Before 1986

30%

Built Before 1970

Copper

Likely Pipe Material

With 61% 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

By Census estimates, roughly half or more of the homes in Lake Tomahawk were built before 1986; the median build year is 1988.

1988

Median Year Built

61%

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

30%

Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)

Pre-1970 (30%) 1970–1986 (31%) Post-1986 (39%)

Over half of homes in Lake Tomahawk 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.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Lake Tomahawk

Measured against the median home value, the estimated cost of fixing the issues flagged for Lake Tomahawk lands in the lowest of the three tiers this page uses.

Median Home Value

$241,300

Est. Remediation

$300

Remediation as % of home value 0.1%

Estimated remediation costs in Lake Tomahawk 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.

Lake Tomahawk: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

61%

Homes Built Before 1986

0.0022

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 Lake Tomahawk, WI

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Water Quality

EPA violations, contaminant data, and water system grades

6 EPA violations

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Lead Risk

Lead levels, housing age, and pipe risk assessment

0.0022 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 Lake Tomahawk?

EPA records list 6 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation for Lake Tomahawk water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.

Does Lake Tomahawk water have lead?

The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Lake Tomahawk is 0.0022 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 Lake Tomahawk?

Our records map 1 water system to 1 ZIP code in Lake Tomahawk. The related population figure in our data is approximately 1,404 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.

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

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

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