Stevens Point, WI (54482): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems
EPA data combined for 3 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Plover Waterworks)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 54482 in Stevens Point, WI contain 1 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 1 violation (non-health) (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0038 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- PFAS PFAS detected in UCMR5 sampling; see the PFAS section for each compound, compared with the federal PFAS MCL where one exists.
- Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
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Safety datasets compiled for 54482 in Stevens Point return 1 finding at the high-priority level - each is backed by source data and classification criteria, and the critical tier of the same record shows no entries.
Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable
Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.
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Coverage: 3 of 4 components and 2 of 3 domains observed.
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Safety & Health (7) HIGH
Your Water System
ZIP code 54482 in Stevens Point, Wisconsin is mapped to the water system Plover Waterworks (EPA ID: WI7500726). This system provides water to approximately 13,486 people from groundwater sources.
There are 3 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plover Waterworks | WI7500726 | 13,486 | Groundwater |
| Stevens Point Waterworks | WI7500141 | 26,717 | Groundwater |
| Whiting Waterworks | WI7500136 | 1,743 | Groundwater |
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- 53006 (Brownsville) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 53007 (Butler) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 53008 (Brookfield)
- 53010 (Campbellsport) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 53011 (Cascade) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 53012 (Cedarburg) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 53013 (Cedar Grove) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 53014 (Chilton) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 53015 (Cleveland) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 53016 (Clyman)
- 53017 (Colgate) - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 53018 (Delafield) - 26 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 53019 (Eden)
- 53020 (Elkhart Lake)
- 53021 (Fredonia) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 54481 (Stevens Point) - 3 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 54492 (Stevens Point) - 3 mi
- 54423 (Custer) - 5 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 54467 (Plover) - 7 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 54458 (Nelsonville) - 11 mi
- 54407 (Amherst Junction) - 11 mi
- 54443 (Junction City) - 11 mi
- 54473 (Rosholt) - 12 mi
- 54406 (Amherst) - 14 mi
- 54475 (Rudolph) - 15 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Plover Waterworks (WI7500726) on EPA.gov.
4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
PFAS Contamination Detected
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 54482.
Detected compounds: PFBA.
Highest measured level: 0.0075 µg/L
Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.
Environmental Hazards (10) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (9) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 54482 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 1 violation since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 54482 (primary system: Plover Waterworks), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 54482's water come from?
The recorded water source for Plover Waterworks, a system mapped to ZIP code 54482, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 13,486 people.
How can I get my water tested in Stevens Point?
If Plover Waterworks supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
Is lead a concern in 54482 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 54482 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0038 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2023-09-30). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 54482?
54482 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Portage County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 54482's water?
Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 54482. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Stevens Point, WI (54482): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/54482/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 54482
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54481 | Stevens Point, WI | 3.1 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 54492 | Stevens Point, WI | 3.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 54423 | Custer, WI | 5.1 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 54467 | Plover, WI | 7.4 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 54458 | Nelsonville, WI | 11.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 54407 | Amherst Junction, WI | 11.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 54443 | Junction City, WI | 11.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 54473 | Rosholt, WI | 11.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 54406 | Amherst, WI | 14.0 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 54475 | Rudolph, WI | 15.0 mi | N/A | 0 |
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