Winnebago, WI: 1 Violation — 79/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
EPA compliance records for Winnebago tell a largely clear story: violation rates are low, health-based exceedances are uncommon, and the city's grade puts it well above average within WI.
How Winnebago Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Winnebago Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 1 violation in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0056 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.89 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Winnebago
With one provider handling most of Winnebago's residential supply in WI, water service accountability is concentrated in a single utility among the 1 system on record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Winnebago, Wisconsin, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 593 people.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Winnebago: B (79/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Winnebago water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0056 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54985 | B | 1 | 0 | Winnebago Area Sanitary District |
All ZIP Codes in Winnebago
- 54985 [B] — 1 violation
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
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Winnebago
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Top Contaminants in Winnebago Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Winnebago
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Winnebago appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Winnebago, WI