Current Noncompliance WI 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

New Lisbon Waterworks

EPA ID: WI7290132 ยท 2,526 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for New Lisbon Waterworks (WI7290132): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Unlike fully compliant utilities, New Lisbon Waterworks has 1 outstanding EPA violation for approximately 2,526 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,526
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0014 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
2
Contaminants Flagged
$166K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for New Lisbon Waterworks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$64,183
Median Household Income
14,059
Service Area Population
14%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The New Lisbon Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $64,183 and an estimated 14,059 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

New Lisbon 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How New Lisbon Waterworks compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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Poynette Waterworks
2,520 people
4 violations
Deerfield Waterworks
2,510 people
0 violations
Fennimore Waterworks
2,507 people
2 violations
Abbotsford Waterworks
2,502 people
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Winneconne Waterworks
2,502 people
10 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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 $1,900 (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

New Lisbon Waterworks (EPA ID: WI7290132) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 2,526 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 Yes
Lead and Copper 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
0.0014 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 New Lisbon Waterworks (WI7290132) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is New Lisbon Waterworks water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does New Lisbon Waterworks serve?

New Lisbon Waterworks serves approximately 2,526 people across 2 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does New Lisbon Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in New Lisbon Waterworks's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants 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 New Lisbon Waterworks serve?
New Lisbon Waterworks serves approximately 2,526 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is New Lisbon Waterworks's water source?
New Lisbon Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in New Lisbon Waterworks's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0014 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of New Lisbon Waterworks's service area?
The New Lisbon Waterworks service area has a median household income of $64,183. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does New Lisbon Waterworks get its water?
New Lisbon 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. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). New Lisbon Waterworks (WI): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wi7290132/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

New Lisbon Waterworks (EPA ID: WI7290132) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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