Historical Compliance Records WI

Darboy Sanitary District 1

EPA ID: WI4450117 ยท 13,024 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Darboy Sanitary District 1 (WI4450117): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. In the five-year tracking period, Darboy Sanitary District 1 filed 1 violation - each has been cleared, and the utility now meets all federal standards for its 13,024 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

13,024
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00047 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$242K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Darboy Sanitary District 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$86,562
Median Household Income
58,042
Service Area Population
7%
Disadvantaged Population
35th
Poverty Percentile
35th
Energy Burden Percentile
47%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Darboy Sanitary District 1 serves a community with a median household income of $86,562 and an estimated 58,042 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Darboy Sanitary District 1'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

34 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
35 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 49% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Darboy Sanitary District 1 compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 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. 1 detection recorded.

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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Wisconsin

Stoughton Waterworks
13,078 people
C 0 violations
C 2 violations
Baraboo Waterworks
12,703 people
B 0 violations
1 violation
Plover Waterworks
13,486 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $400
Flood Insurance $300
Water Filtration $225
PFAS Treatment $125
Total Estimated Cost $1,050

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,050 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Darboy Sanitary District 1 (EPA ID: WI4450117) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 13,024 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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 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 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00047 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Darboy Sanitary District 1 (WI4450117) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darboy Sanitary District 1 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Darboy Sanitary District 1; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Darboy Sanitary District 1 serve?

Darboy Sanitary District 1 serves approximately 13,024 people across 4 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Darboy Sanitary District 1 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
116

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) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Darboy Sanitary District 1's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead and Copper Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Darboy Sanitary District 1 serve?
Darboy Sanitary District 1 serves approximately 13,024 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Darboy Sanitary District 1's water source?
Darboy Sanitary District 1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Darboy Sanitary District 1's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00047 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Darboy Sanitary District 1's service area?
The Darboy Sanitary District 1 service area has a median household income of $86,562. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Darboy Sanitary District 1 get its water?
Darboy Sanitary District 1'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Darboy Sanitary District 1 (WI): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wi4450117/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Darboy Sanitary District 1 (EPA ID: WI4450117) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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