Water System Report WI

Waldo Waterworks

EPA ID: WI4600456 ยท 500 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Waldo Waterworks (WI4600456): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring records confirm Waldo 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 500 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

500
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00035 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$244K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

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 Waldo 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Waldo 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

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
Stable
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

Waldo Waterworks (EPA ID: WI4600456) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 500 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00035 mg/L No N/A

The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.

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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 Waldo Waterworks (WI4600456) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Waldo Waterworks water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Waldo Waterworks in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Waldo Waterworks serve?

Waldo Waterworks serves approximately 500 people across 3 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Waldo Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Waldo Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Waldo Waterworks serve?
Waldo Waterworks serves approximately 500 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Waldo Waterworks's water source?
Waldo Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Waldo Waterworks's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00035 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Waldo Waterworks's service area?
The Waldo 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 Waldo Waterworks get its water?
Waldo 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Waldo Waterworks Water Quality Report, WI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wi4600456/
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