Water System Report WI

Wabeno Sanitary District 1

EPA ID: WI7210110 · 750 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Across every monitored period in the past five years, Wabeno Sanitary District 1 reported no EPA violation for its service population of 750.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
750
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00075 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$206K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Wabeno Sanitary District 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$64,924
Median Household Income
3,339
Service Area Population
43%
Disadvantaged Population
57th
Poverty Percentile
77th
Energy Burden Percentile
50%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wabeno Sanitary District 1 serves a community with a median household income of $64,924 and an estimated 3,339 residents across its service area. Approximately 50% 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

Wabeno Sanitary District 1'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
13th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
17th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Oconto County, Wisconsin rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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

WABENO SANITARY DIST 1 (EPA ID: WI7210110) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 750 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: B (70/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
54566 0.00075 mg/L No N/A

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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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 Wabeno Sanitary District 1 (WI7210110) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wabeno Sanitary District 1 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Wabeno Sanitary District 1 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Wabeno Sanitary District 1 serve?

Wabeno Sanitary District 1 serves approximately 750 people across 3 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Wabeno Sanitary District 1 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
0
Unknown Material
378
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 2023-06-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 750
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

Is water from Wabeno Sanitary District 1 safe to drink?
Wabeno Sanitary District 1 earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Wabeno Sanitary District 1 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Wabeno Sanitary District 1 serve?
Wabeno Sanitary District 1 serves approximately 750 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Wabeno Sanitary District 1's water source?
Wabeno Sanitary District 1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Wabeno Sanitary District 1's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00075 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Wabeno Sanitary District 1's service area?
The Wabeno Sanitary District 1 service area has a median household income of $64,924. EPA EJScreen data classifies 43% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Wabeno Sanitary District 1 get its water?
Wabeno Sanitary District 1'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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