Current Noncompliance WI 3 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Bloomfield, Village of

EPA ID: WI2651469 · 4,071 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bloomfield, Village of (WI2651469): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. EPA compliance records for Bloomfield, Village of show 1 unresolved violation - findings that remain open and are tracked at the federal level, covering a service territory of approximately 4,071 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

4,071
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
37
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00194 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
9
Contaminants Flagged
$285K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Bloomfield, Village of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$86,681
Median Household Income
27,425
Service Area Population
9%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bloomfield, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $86,681 and an estimated 27,425 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% 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

Bloomfield, Village of'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.

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. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 73% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Bloomfield, Village of compares to EPA limits

Cadmium 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen

What This Means For You

Cadmium at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L. Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Radium-226 at 6 pCi/L (combined Radium-226 & 228 ≤ 5 pCi/L) exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L (combined Radium-226 & 228 ≤ 5 pCi/L). Bone cancer and leukemia (known carcinogen). Consider ion exchange (water softener) filtration.

Radium-228 at 6 pCi/L (combined Radium-226 & 228 ≤ 5 pCi/L) exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L (combined Radium-226 & 228 ≤ 5 pCi/L). Bone cancer and leukemia (known carcinogen). Consider ion exchange (water softener) filtration.

Gross Alpha at 4 pCi/L exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L. Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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.
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Cadmium was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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4,191 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $800
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,300

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,300 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Bloomfield, Village of (EPA ID: WI2651469) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 4,071 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

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

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 33 resolved, 3 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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
July 23, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 23, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Gross Beta Health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Gross Beta Health-based Archived
February 20, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Gross Beta Health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Cadmium Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Cadmium Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Radium-228 Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Radium-226 Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Gross Alpha Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Radium-226 Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Combined Radium Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Gross Beta Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Radium-228 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Radium-226 Non-health-based Resolved

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
Radium-226 Radionuclides 6 No
Radium-228 Radionuclides 6 No
Combined Radium Radionuclides 5 No
Gross Alpha Radionuclides 4 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Cadmium Inorganic 2 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00194 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.

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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 Bloomfield, Village of (WI2651469) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bloomfield, Village of water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Bloomfield, Village of serve?

Bloomfield, Village of serves approximately 4,071 people across 2 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Bloomfield, Village of 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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Bloomfield, Village of's water?
Detected contaminants include Cadmium, Radium-226, Radium-228, Gross Alpha. 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 Bloomfield, Village of serve?
Bloomfield, Village of serves approximately 4,071 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Bloomfield, Village of's water source?
Bloomfield, Village of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Bloomfield, Village of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00194 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Bloomfield, Village of's service area?
The Bloomfield, Village of service area has a median household income of $86,681. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Bloomfield, Village of get its water?
Bloomfield, Village of'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

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