Historical Compliance Records WI

St Croix Falls Waterworks

EPA ID: WI6490343 · 2,079 people served · 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for St Croix Falls Waterworks (WI6490343): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. EPA records: St Croix Falls Waterworks, 1 past violation, all resolved, 2,079 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,079
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0047 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$239K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for St Croix Falls Waterworks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$76,455
Median Household Income
9,812
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
52%
Pre-1986 Housing

The St Croix Falls Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $76,455 and an estimated 9,812 residents across its service area. Approximately 52% 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

St Croix Falls 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

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

Detected Contaminants

How St Croix Falls Waterworks compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $400
Flood Insurance $400
Total Estimated Cost $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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $800 (one-time) vs. $5,000 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

St Croix Falls Waterworks (EPA ID: WI6490343) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 2,079 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 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, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0047 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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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 St Croix Falls Waterworks (WI6490343) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is St Croix Falls Waterworks water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for St Croix Falls Waterworks; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does St Croix Falls Waterworks serve?

St Croix Falls Waterworks serves approximately 2,079 people across 3 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does St Croix Falls Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in St Croix Falls Waterworks's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does St Croix Falls Waterworks serve?
St Croix Falls Waterworks serves approximately 2,079 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is St Croix Falls Waterworks's water source?
St Croix Falls Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in St Croix Falls Waterworks's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0047 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of St Croix Falls Waterworks's service area?
The St Croix Falls Waterworks service area has a median household income of $76,455. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does St Croix Falls Waterworks get its water?
St Croix Falls 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.

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3

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