Priory the
EPA ID: WI6180281 · 185 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Priory the (WI6180281): 5 violations on record since 2021. Priory the's EPA record lists 5 historical violations, and none is listed as open in that record; the utility supplies water to 185 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Priory the Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Priory the have a median household income of $81,880 and about 47,202 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 58% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Priory the's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 2 detections recorded. 1 detection is above the level of a federal PFAS MCL (4 ppt for PFOA and PFOS), with compliance required from 2029.
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Priory the (EPA ID: WI6180281) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 185 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 5 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2022 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2021 | Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2021 | Gross Alpha | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2021 | Radium-228 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring & Reporting | 2 | No |
| Gross Alpha | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0003 mg/L | No | 2024-09-30 |
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 available EPA compliance records for Priory the (WI6180281) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Priory the water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Priory the; its 5 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Priory the serve?
Priory the serves approximately 185 people across 2 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.
Where does Priory the get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
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