Water System Report WI

Tan Oak Apts

EPA ID: WI2301080 · 325 people served · 5 ZIP codes

From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Tan Oak Apts has logged zero violations — no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 325 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

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

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
325
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$386K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 4 (2023) to 4 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Demographics

$116,541
Median Household Income
53,070
Service Area Population
14%
Disadvantaged Population
28th
Poverty Percentile
28th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Tan Oak Apts serves a community with a median household income of $116,541 and an estimated 53,070 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% 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

Tan Oak Apts'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
26th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
62th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Waukesha 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 62th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

50 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 75% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 8 detections recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.02 ppt, PFOS: 0.02 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $720
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $240
PFAS Treatment $200
Total Estimated Cost $1,560

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:

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 $1,560 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Tan Oak Apts (EPA ID: WI2301080) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 325 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)

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

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

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

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Tan Oak Apts (WI2301080) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tan Oak Apts water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Tan Oak Apts has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Tan Oak Apts serve?

Tan Oak Apts serves approximately 325 people across 5 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Tan Oak Apts 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
5
Unknown Material
0
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 2024-06-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Reporting compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 2E.
Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.
Population served: 325
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 Tan Oak Apts safe to drink?
Tan Oak Apts has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Tan Oak Apts meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Tan Oak Apts serve?
Tan Oak Apts serves approximately 325 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Tan Oak Apts's water source?
Tan Oak Apts draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Tan Oak Apts's service area?
The Tan Oak Apts service area has a median household income of $116,541. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Tan Oak Apts get its water?
Tan Oak Apts'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.

What You Can Do

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3

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