Water System Report WI

Mendota Mental Health Inst

EPA ID: WI1130235 ยท 2,787 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Mendota Mental Health Inst (WI1130235): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Mendota Mental Health Inst is listed without violations in federal records, across a service area of 2,787 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,787
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.007 mg/L
Most recent lead 90th percentile on record (monitoring period ending 2025-09-30)
0
Contaminants Flagged
$376K
Median Home Value in ZIP Codes Served

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mendota Mental Health Inst Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Demographics of ZIP Codes Served

$94,775
Median Household Income
67,807
Population of ZIP Codes Served (Census)
6%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
52%
Pre-1986 Housing

The ZIP codes associated with Mendota Mental Health Inst have a median household income of $94,775 and about 67,807 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 52% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Mendota Mental Health Inst's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

39 yr
Estimated pipe age (modeled from housing age)
Copper
Likely pipe material (modeled)
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used (estimate) End of life

PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 2 detections recorded.

State PFAS values in our reference data (state drinking-water standard (enforceable)); check current state rules: PFOA: 4 ppt, PFOS: 4 ppt, PFHxS: 10 ppt, PFNA: 10 ppt, HFPO-DA: 10 ppt
Health concern: Exposure to certain PFAS has been associated with some cancers and with immune and developmental effects; effects differ by compound. Many PFAS break down very slowly in the environment.
Recommended filter: An activated carbon filter certified under NSF/ANSI 53 or a reverse osmosis system certified under NSF/ANSI 58 for the PFAS listed in its certification. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Wisconsin

Rome Water Utility
2,775 people
1 violation
Genoa City Waterworks
2,766 people
4 violations
Luxemburg Waterworks
2,737 people
1 violation
Kewaunee Waterworks
2,848 people
1 violation
Belleville Waterworks
2,712 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Water Filtration $300
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $550

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

Illustrative per-household cost scenario based on stated assumptions:

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 $550 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These estimates are for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Mendota Mental Health Inst (EPA ID: WI1130235) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 2,787 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.007 mg/L No 2025-09-30

The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.

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 available EPA compliance records for Mendota Mental Health Inst (WI1130235) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mendota Mental Health Inst water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Mendota Mental Health Inst in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Mendota Mental Health Inst serve?

Mendota Mental Health Inst serves approximately 2,787 people across 2 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Mendota Mental Health Inst get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter? ▼
No EPA drinking-water violations since 2021 are on record for Mendota Mental Health Inst; this page does not establish contaminant levels at your tap. That is a compliance record, not a guarantee about the water at your tap; a certified filter can target a specific contaminant you are concerned about.
How many people does Mendota Mental Health Inst serve? ▼
Mendota Mental Health Inst serves approximately 2,787 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Mendota Mental Health Inst's water source? ▼
Mendota Mental Health Inst draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Mendota Mental Health Inst's water? ▼
The most recent 90th-percentile lead result on record is 0.007 mg/L (sample period ending 2025-09-30). This is at or below the EPA lead action level, which triggers system action and is not a safe level; the EPA health goal for lead is zero.
What is the demographic profile of the ZIP codes associated with Mendota Mental Health Inst? ▼
The ZIP codes mapped to Mendota Mental Health Inst have a median household income of $94,775 (Census ZIP-code estimate). Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mendota Mental Health Inst get its water? ▼
Mendota Mental Health Inst's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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 the available data, the modeled source-contamination category is moderate; test local water to assess actual exposure.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Mendota Mental Health Inst Water Quality Report, WI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wi1130235/
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