Water System Report WI

Windsor Water Utility South

EPA ID: WI1130267 · 4,607 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Windsor Water Utility South has stayed completely violation-free for its 4,607 residents.

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

C · 69
Avg Safety Score
4,607
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0055 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$356K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 3 (2023) to 2 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Windsor Water Utility South Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$100,119
Median Household Income
64,085
Service Area Population
6%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
44%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Windsor Water Utility South serves a community with a median household income of $100,119 and an estimated 64,085 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% 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

Windsor Water Utility South'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Dane County, Wisconsin rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

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

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Wisconsin

Oconto Waterworks
4,610 people
B 2 violations
0 violations
Dodgeville Waterworks
4,583 people
C 1 violation
Clintonville Utilities
4,635 people
C 2 violations
Suamico Waterworks
4,697 people
B 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,400
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

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.

System Overview

Windsor Water Utility South (EPA ID: WI1130267) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 4,607 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (69/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
53598 0.0055 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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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 Windsor Water Utility South (WI1130267) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Windsor Water Utility South water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Windsor Water Utility South has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Windsor Water Utility South serve?

Windsor Water Utility South serves approximately 4,607 people across 3 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Windsor Water Utility South 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
1,986
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 2023-06-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 4,607
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

Is water from Windsor Water Utility South safe to drink?
Windsor Water Utility South has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Windsor Water Utility South meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Windsor Water Utility South serve?
Windsor Water Utility South serves approximately 4,607 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Windsor Water Utility South's water source?
Windsor Water Utility South draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Windsor Water Utility South's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0055 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Windsor Water Utility South's service area?
The Windsor Water Utility South service area has a median household income of $100,119. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Windsor Water Utility South get its water?
Windsor Water Utility South'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.

What You Can Do

1

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3

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