Water System Report WI

Junction City Waterworks

EPA ID: WI7500127 · 416 people served · 1 ZIP code

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Junction City Waterworks — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 416 residents.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
416
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.000995 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$259K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Junction City Waterworks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$96,397
Median Household Income
2,111
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Junction City Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $96,397 and an estimated 2,111 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% 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

Junction City 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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Portage 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

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 54% 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 $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

Junction City Waterworks (EPA ID: WI7500127) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 416 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 54443 in Junction City.

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
54443 0.000995 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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ZIP Codes Served

  • 54443 — Junction City

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Junction City Waterworks (WI7500127) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Junction City Waterworks water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Junction City Waterworks serve?

Junction City Waterworks serves approximately 416 people across 1 ZIP code in Wisconsin.

Where does Junction City 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
227
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: 416
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 Junction City Waterworks safe to drink?
Junction City Waterworks 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?
Junction City Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Junction City Waterworks serve?
Junction City Waterworks serves approximately 416 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Junction City Waterworks's water source?
Junction City Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Junction City Waterworks's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.000995 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Junction City Waterworks's service area?
The Junction City Waterworks service area has a median household income of $96,397. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Junction City Waterworks get its water?
Junction City 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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