Water System Report WI

Waupun Utilities

EPA ID: WI1140131 ยท 8,056 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Waupun Utilities (WI1140131): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. With a five-year violation-free history, Waupun Utilities delivers safe water to 8,056 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 66
Avg Safety Score
8,056
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0012 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$197K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Waupun Utilities Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$83,731
Median Household Income
16,235
Service Area Population
15%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Waupun Utilities serves a community with a median household income of $83,731 and an estimated 16,235 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

Waupun Utilities'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

72 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
1 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 99% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Wisconsin

Ashland Water Utility
8,000 people
B 13 violations
Muskego Water Utility
8,150 people
C 5 violations
F 38 violations
Jefferson Waterworks
7,926 people
C 8 violations
Mukwonago Waterworks
8,190 people
C 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 $600
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,950

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

Waupun Utilities (EPA ID: WI1140131) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 8,056 people from groundwater sources.

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

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

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 2 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
0.0012 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 Waupun Utilities (WI1140131) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Waupun Utilities water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Waupun Utilities 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 Waupun Utilities serve?

Waupun Utilities serves approximately 8,056 people across 2 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Waupun Utilities 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
58

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†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

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 Waupun Utilities safe to drink?
Waupun Utilities 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?
Waupun Utilities meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Waupun Utilities serve?
Waupun Utilities serves approximately 8,056 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Waupun Utilities's water source?
Waupun Utilities draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Waupun Utilities's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0012 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Waupun Utilities's service area?
The Waupun Utilities service area has a median household income of $83,731. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Waupun Utilities get its water?
Waupun Utilities'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.). Waupun Utilities Water Quality Report, WI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wi1140131/
BibTeX
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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Waupun Utilities Water Quality Report, WI}},
  year   = {n.d.},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wi1140131/}
}

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

Waupun Utilities (EPA ID: WI1140131) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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