Water System Report WI

Mayville Waterworks

EPA ID: WI1140057 ยท 5,112 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Mayville Waterworks (WI1140057): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Mayville Waterworks has logged zero violations - no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 5,112 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 66
Avg Safety Score
5,112
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0033 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$196K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mayville Waterworks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$69,818
Median Household Income
7,147
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mayville Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $69,818 and an estimated 7,147 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% 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

Mayville Waterworks'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

61 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
4 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 94% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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2 violations
East Troy Waterworks
5,054 people
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B 1 violation
West Salem Waterworks
5,045 people
B 0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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

Mayville Waterworks (EPA ID: WI1140057) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 5,112 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 53050 in Mayville.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (66/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

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
0.0033 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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.

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: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Mayville Waterworks (WI1140057) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mayville Waterworks water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Mayville Waterworks 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 Mayville Waterworks serve?

Mayville Waterworks serves approximately 5,112 people across 1 ZIP code in Wisconsin.

Where does Mayville Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
232

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Mayville Waterworks safe to drink?
Mayville Waterworks 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?
Mayville Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Mayville Waterworks serve?
Mayville Waterworks serves approximately 5,112 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Mayville Waterworks's water source?
Mayville Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Mayville Waterworks's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0033 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Mayville Waterworks's service area?
The Mayville Waterworks service area has a median household income of $69,818. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mayville Waterworks get its water?
Mayville Waterworks'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Mayville Waterworks Water Quality Report, WI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wi1140057/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Mayville Waterworks (EPA ID: WI1140057) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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