Current Noncompliance WI 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Edgar Waterworks

EPA ID: WI7370150 ยท 1,491 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Edgar Waterworks (WI7370150): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Federal compliance records for Edgar Waterworks list 1 open violation that has not yet been resolved - the utility serves approximately 1,491 people, and each outstanding finding remains logged and active in the EPA enforcement database.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,491
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
2
Contaminants Flagged
$222K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Edgar Waterworks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$86,440
Median Household Income
8,602
Service Area Population
22%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
60%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Edgar Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $86,440 and an estimated 8,602 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% 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

Edgar 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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 76% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Edgar 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

Similar-sized systems in Wisconsin

Black Earth Waterworks
1,493 people
2 violations
Concordia University
1,500 people
1 violation
0 violations
Orfordville Waterworks
1,475 people
0 violations
Bonduel Waterworks
1,475 people
1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,550

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 $2,550 (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

Edgar Waterworks (EPA ID: WI7370150) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 1,491 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 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.

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

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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 Edgar Waterworks (WI7370150) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edgar 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 Edgar Waterworks serve?

Edgar Waterworks serves approximately 1,491 people across 2 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Edgar Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Edgar 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 Edgar Waterworks serve?
Edgar Waterworks serves approximately 1,491 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Edgar Waterworks's water source?
Edgar Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Edgar Waterworks's service area?
The Edgar Waterworks service area has a median household income of $86,440. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Edgar Waterworks get its water?
Edgar 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.). Edgar Waterworks (WI): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wi7370150/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

Edgar Waterworks (EPA ID: WI7370150) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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