Water System Report WI

Oakwood Terrace

EPA ID: WI1110104 · 100 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Unlike many utilities its size, Oakwood Terrace carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 100 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

100
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$213K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 5 (2021) to 1 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Oakwood Terrace Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$68,741
Median Household Income
25,851
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
55th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Oakwood Terrace serves a community with a median household income of $68,741 and an estimated 25,851 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Oakwood Terrace's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
25th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in Columbia County, Wisconsin rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 64% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.02 ppt, PFOS: 0.02 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $450
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $2,300

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,300 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Oakwood Terrace (EPA ID: WI1110104) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 100 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by WI or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Oakwood Terrace (WI1110104) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oakwood Terrace water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Oakwood Terrace has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Oakwood Terrace serve?

Oakwood Terrace serves approximately 100 people across 2 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Oakwood Terrace get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
68
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2024-06-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 100
Reported to Wisconsin

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Oakwood Terrace meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Oakwood Terrace serve?
Oakwood Terrace serves approximately 100 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Oakwood Terrace's water source?
Oakwood Terrace draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Oakwood Terrace's service area?
The Oakwood Terrace service area has a median household income of $68,741. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Oakwood Terrace get its water?
Oakwood Terrace's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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