Historical Compliance Records WI 7 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Jefferson Waterworks

EPA ID: WI1280104 · 7,926 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Jefferson Waterworks (WI1280104): 7 past health-based violations, since resolved. 8 total violations across five years at Jefferson Waterworks - every finding closed, utility compliant today, 7,926 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C · 61
Avg Safety Score
7,926
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
8
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0035 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$238K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$79,421
Median Household Income
28,505
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Jefferson Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $79,421 and an estimated 28,505 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% 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

Jefferson 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.

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

Infrastructure Risk

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
23 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 67% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Jefferson Waterworks compares to EPA limits

Gross Beta 7 pCi/L (14% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 50 pCi/L

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Wisconsin

Ashland Water Utility
8,000 people
B 13 violations
Jackson Waterworks
7,844 people
3 violations
Waupun Utilities
8,056 people
C 0 violations
Antigo Waterworks
7,780 people
9 violations
Mt Horeb Waterworks
7,756 people
C 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $450
Total Estimated Cost $3,150

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $11,885

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$10,945
10 years
$21,890
20 years
$43,780

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,150 (one-time) vs. $21,890 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

Jefferson Waterworks (EPA ID: WI1280104) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 7,926 people from groundwater sources.

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

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (61/100)

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 current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 8 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 7 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Gross Beta Health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Gross Beta Health-based Archived
October 1, 2023 Gross Beta Health-based Archived
July 1, 2023 Gross Beta Health-based Archived
April 1, 2023 Gross Beta Health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Gross Beta Health-based Archived
October 1, 2022 Gross Beta Health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Gross Beta Radionuclides 7 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0035 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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 Jefferson Waterworks (WI1280104) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jefferson Waterworks water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Jefferson Waterworks; its 8 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Jefferson Waterworks serve?

Jefferson Waterworks serves approximately 7,926 people across 2 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Jefferson 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
174

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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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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 Jefferson Waterworks safe to drink?
Jefferson Waterworks has a C safety grade based on 8 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Jefferson Waterworks's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Gross Beta. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Jefferson Waterworks serve?
Jefferson Waterworks serves approximately 7,926 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Jefferson Waterworks's water source?
Jefferson Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Jefferson Waterworks's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0035 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Jefferson Waterworks's service area?
The Jefferson Waterworks service area has a median household income of $79,421. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Jefferson Waterworks get its water?
Jefferson 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Jefferson Waterworks (WI): 7 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wi1280104/
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