Water System Report WI

Cottages at Cedar Run

EPA ID: WI2671964 · 183 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Cottages at Cedar Run has stayed completely violation-free for its 183 residents.

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

183
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$277K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$85,003
Median Household Income
49,524
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cottages at Cedar Run serves a community with a median household income of $85,003 and an estimated 49,524 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

Cottages at Cedar Run'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Washington County, Wisconsin rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 77% 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. 4 detections recorded. 2 exceed 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.
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 PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,300

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:

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 $3,300 (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

Cottages at Cedar Run (EPA ID: WI2671964) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 183 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Cottages at Cedar Run (WI2671964) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cottages at Cedar Run water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Cottages at Cedar Run has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Cottages at Cedar Run serve?

Cottages at Cedar Run serves approximately 183 people across 2 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Cottages at Cedar Run 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
0
Unknown Material
1
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: 183
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

Should I use a water filter?
Cottages at Cedar Run meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Cottages at Cedar Run serve?
Cottages at Cedar Run serves approximately 183 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Cottages at Cedar Run's water source?
Cottages at Cedar Run draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Cottages at Cedar Run's service area?
The Cottages at Cedar Run service area has a median household income of $85,003. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Cottages at Cedar Run get its water?
Cottages at Cedar Run'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.
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