Water System Report WI

Colfax Waterworks

EPA ID: WI6170261 · 1,102 people served · 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Colfax Waterworks (WI6170261): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. With a five-year violation-free history, Colfax Waterworks delivers safe water to 1,102 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,102
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$233K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$80,347
Median Household Income
36,829
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
54%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Colfax Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $80,347 and an estimated 36,829 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% 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

Colfax 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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 64% 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
Radon Mitigation $667
Flood Insurance $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,267

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

Colfax Waterworks (EPA ID: WI6170261) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 1,102 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 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.

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

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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 Colfax Waterworks (WI6170261) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colfax Waterworks water safe to drink?

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

Colfax Waterworks serves approximately 1,102 people across 3 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Colfax Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Colfax Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Colfax Waterworks serve?
Colfax Waterworks serves approximately 1,102 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Colfax Waterworks's water source?
Colfax Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Colfax Waterworks's service area?
The Colfax Waterworks service area has a median household income of $80,347. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Colfax Waterworks get its water?
Colfax 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.). Colfax Waterworks Water Quality Report, WI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wi6170261/
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