Current Noncompliance WI

Wind Point Water Department

EPA ID: WI2520191 ยท 1,804 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Wind Point Water Department (WI2520191): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. In the most recent EPA reporting cycle, Wind Point Water Department carried 2 violations still marked as unresolved - each remains active in the federal enforcement ledger while the utility continues operations for its service population of approximately 1,804 people across the area it supplies.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,804
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
14
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00139 mg/L
Max Lead Level
5
Contaminants Flagged
$224K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Wind Point Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$74,125
Median Household Income
35,272
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
79%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wind Point Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $74,125 and an estimated 35,272 residents across its service area. Approximately 79% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Wind Point Water Department's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

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

Detected Contaminants

How Wind Point Water Department compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Wisconsin

8 violations
0 violations
Fall River Waterworks
1,793 people
2 violations
Weyauwega Waterworks
1,820 people
46 violations
Cameron Waterworks
1,787 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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 Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,900 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

Wind Point Water Department (EPA ID: WI2520191) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 1,804 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 53402 in Racine.

Violation History

2 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 12 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 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 17, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 17, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 1, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 15, 2021 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 15, 2021 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2021 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2021 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 18, 2021 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 18, 2021 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2021 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2021 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 7 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
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
0.00139 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.

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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 Wind Point Water Department (WI2520191) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wind Point Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Wind Point Water Department serve?

Wind Point Water Department serves approximately 1,804 people across 1 ZIP code in Wisconsin.

Where does Wind Point Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Wind Point Water Department's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Lead and Copper Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants 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 Wind Point Water Department serve?
Wind Point Water Department serves approximately 1,804 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Wind Point Water Department's water source?
Wind Point Water Department draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Wind Point Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00139 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Wind Point Water Department's service area?
The Wind Point Water Department service area has a median household income of $74,125. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Wind Point Water Department get its water?
Wind Point Water Department's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Wind Point Water Department (WI): 14 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wi2520191/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Wind Point Water Department (EPA ID: WI2520191) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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