Water System Report WI

White Lake Waterworks

EPA ID: WI7340118 · 351 people served · 2 ZIP codes

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, White Lake Waterworks has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 351 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

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

C · 55
Avg Safety Score
351
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00113 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$158K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for White Lake Waterworks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$54,144
Median Household Income
1,766
Service Area Population
33%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
49%
Pre-1986 Housing

The White Lake Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $54,144 and an estimated 1,766 residents across its service area. Approximately 49% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 33% 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

White Lake 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
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Langlade 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

34 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
36 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 49% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $900
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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

WHITE LAKE WATERWORKS (EPA ID: WI7340118) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 351 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (55/100)

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
54491 0.00113 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High 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 White Lake Waterworks (WI7340118) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is White Lake Waterworks water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, White Lake Waterworks has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does White Lake Waterworks serve?

White Lake Waterworks serves approximately 351 people across 2 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does White Lake Waterworks 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
175
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: 351
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 White Lake Waterworks safe to drink?
White Lake Waterworks has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
White Lake Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does White Lake Waterworks serve?
White Lake Waterworks serves approximately 351 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is White Lake Waterworks's water source?
White Lake Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in White Lake Waterworks's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00113 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of White Lake Waterworks's service area?
The White Lake Waterworks service area has a median household income of $54,144. EPA EJScreen data classifies 33% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does White Lake Waterworks get its water?
White Lake 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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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