Water System Report WI

Mishicot Waterworks

EPA ID: WI4360430 · 1,432 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring records confirm Mishicot Waterworks has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 1,432 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

C · 68
Avg Safety Score
1,432
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0019 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$164K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$67,850
Median Household Income
16,885
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
79%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mishicot Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $67,850 and an estimated 16,885 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Mishicot 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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Manitowoc 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

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
11 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 85% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Grantsburg Waterworks
1,460 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,640
Flood Insurance $1,000
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $3,140

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

Mishicot Waterworks (EPA ID: WI4360430) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 1,432 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (68/100)

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
54228 0.0019 mg/L No N/A

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

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mishicot Waterworks (WI4360430) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mishicot Waterworks water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Mishicot Waterworks serve?

Mishicot Waterworks serves approximately 1,432 people across 3 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Mishicot 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
602
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: 1,432
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 Mishicot Waterworks safe to drink?
Mishicot Waterworks has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Mishicot Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Mishicot Waterworks serve?
Mishicot Waterworks serves approximately 1,432 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Mishicot Waterworks's water source?
Mishicot Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Mishicot Waterworks's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0019 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Mishicot Waterworks's service area?
The Mishicot Waterworks service area has a median household income of $67,850. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mishicot Waterworks get its water?
Mishicot 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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3

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