Water System Report WI

Cascade Waterworks

EPA ID: WI4600436 · 719 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Water monitoring history at Cascade Waterworks shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 719 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
719
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0011 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$244K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$91,406
Median Household Income
20,468
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
33th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cascade Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $91,406 and an estimated 20,468 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% 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

Cascade 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
63th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 63th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

59 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
8 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 88% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $800
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,300

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.

System Overview

Cascade Waterworks (EPA ID: WI4600436) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 719 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
53011 0.0011 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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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 Cascade Waterworks (WI4600436) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cascade Waterworks water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Cascade Waterworks serve?

Cascade Waterworks serves approximately 719 people across 3 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Cascade 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
275
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 2024-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 719
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 Cascade Waterworks safe to drink?
Cascade 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?
Cascade Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Cascade Waterworks serve?
Cascade Waterworks serves approximately 719 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Cascade Waterworks's water source?
Cascade Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Cascade Waterworks's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0011 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Cascade Waterworks's service area?
The Cascade Waterworks service area has a median household income of $91,406. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Cascade Waterworks get its water?
Cascade 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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