Water System Report WI

Marion Waterworks

EPA ID: WI4690396 · 1,293 people served · 3 ZIP codes

EPA monitoring data for Marion Waterworks shows an unblemished five-year compliance history — no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 1,293 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

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

C · 55
Avg Safety Score
1,293
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0028 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$158K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$65,815
Median Household Income
12,261
Service Area Population
6%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
57th
Energy Burden Percentile
71%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Marion Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $65,815 and an estimated 12,261 residents across its service area. Approximately 71% 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

Marion 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
27th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Shawano 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

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 75% of expected lifespan used End of life

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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 $100
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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

MARION WATERWORKS (EPA ID: WI4690396) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 1,293 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (55/100)

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
54950 0.0028 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: 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 Marion Waterworks (WI4690396) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion Waterworks water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Marion Waterworks serve?

Marion Waterworks serves approximately 1,293 people across 3 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Marion 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
595
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: 1,293
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 Marion Waterworks safe to drink?
Marion 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?
Marion Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Marion Waterworks serve?
Marion Waterworks serves approximately 1,293 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Marion Waterworks's water source?
Marion Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Marion Waterworks's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0028 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Marion Waterworks's service area?
The Marion Waterworks service area has a median household income of $65,815. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Marion Waterworks get its water?
Marion 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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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