Water System Report WI

Owen Waterworks

EPA ID: WI6100334 · 936 people served · 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Owen Waterworks (WI6100334): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA data: Owen Waterworks - zero violations, five years, 936 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

936
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0018 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$151K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$65,535
Median Household Income
10,147
Service Area Population
43%
Disadvantaged Population
63th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
70%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Owen Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $65,535 and an estimated 10,147 residents across its service area. Approximately 70% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 43% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Owen 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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
48th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
13 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 81% 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 $600
Flood Insurance $300
Water Filtration $150
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.

System Overview

Owen Waterworks (EPA ID: WI6100334) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 936 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 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
0.0018 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.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Owen Waterworks (WI6100334) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Owen Waterworks water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Owen 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 Owen Waterworks serve?

Owen Waterworks serves approximately 936 people across 4 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Owen Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Owen Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Owen Waterworks serve?
Owen Waterworks serves approximately 936 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Owen Waterworks's water source?
Owen Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Owen Waterworks's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0018 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Owen Waterworks's service area?
The Owen Waterworks service area has a median household income of $65,535. EPA EJScreen data classifies 43% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Owen Waterworks get its water?
Owen 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.). Owen Waterworks Water Quality Report, WI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wi6100334/
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