Water System Report WI

Oakfield Waterworks

EPA ID: WI4200475 · 1,058 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Oakfield Waterworks earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring — no violations in five years across a service area of 1,058 people.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
1,058
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0012 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$247K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 4 (2024) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$89,375
Median Household Income
26,261
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
43th
Poverty Percentile
43th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Oakfield Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $89,375 and an estimated 26,261 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

Oakfield 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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
37th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
37th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Dodge 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

57 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
10 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 85% of expected lifespan used End of life

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C 4 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $800
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $2,200

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.

System Overview

Oakfield Waterworks (EPA ID: WI4200475) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 1,058 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: B (70/100)

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

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
53065 0.0012 mg/L No N/A

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

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 Oakfield Waterworks (WI4200475) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oakfield Waterworks water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Oakfield Waterworks serve?

Oakfield Waterworks serves approximately 1,058 people across 3 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Oakfield Waterworks 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
434
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 2023-06-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,058
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 Oakfield Waterworks safe to drink?
Oakfield Waterworks earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Oakfield Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Oakfield Waterworks serve?
Oakfield Waterworks serves approximately 1,058 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Oakfield Waterworks's water source?
Oakfield Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Oakfield Waterworks's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0012 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Oakfield Waterworks's service area?
The Oakfield Waterworks service area has a median household income of $89,375. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Oakfield Waterworks get its water?
Oakfield 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.
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