Water System Report WI

Hillcrest Estates Mhp

EPA ID: WI6180285 · 850 people served · 1 ZIP code

Unlike many utilities its size, Hillcrest Estates Mhp carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 850 people.

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

850
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$223K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2022) to 1 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Demographics

$81,101
Median Household Income
9,127
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hillcrest Estates Mhp serves a community with a median household income of $81,101 and an estimated 9,127 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% 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

Hillcrest Estates Mhp'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

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

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Necedah Waterworks
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Highland Waterworks
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,800

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

Hillcrest Estates Mhp (EPA ID: WI6180285) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 850 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 54720 in Altoona.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Hillcrest Estates Mhp (WI6180285) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hillcrest Estates Mhp water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Hillcrest Estates Mhp serve?

Hillcrest Estates Mhp serves approximately 850 people across 1 ZIP code in Wisconsin.

Where does Hillcrest Estates Mhp 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
378
Unknown Material
0
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 2024-06-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 850
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

Should I use a water filter?
Hillcrest Estates Mhp meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Hillcrest Estates Mhp serve?
Hillcrest Estates Mhp serves approximately 850 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Hillcrest Estates Mhp's water source?
Hillcrest Estates Mhp draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Hillcrest Estates Mhp's service area?
The Hillcrest Estates Mhp service area has a median household income of $81,101. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Hillcrest Estates Mhp get its water?
Hillcrest Estates Mhp'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.
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