Water System Report WI

Whiting Waterworks

EPA ID: WI7500136 ยท 1,743 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Whiting Waterworks (WI7500136): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, Whiting Waterworks has supplied tap water to 1,743 residents with no violations of any type on record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,743
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0012 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$244K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$82,255
Median Household Income
51,874
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
52%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Whiting Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $82,255 and an estimated 51,874 residents across its service area. Approximately 52% 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

Whiting 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.02 ppt, PFOS: 0.02 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Wisconsin

Mazomanie Waterworks
1,744 people
2 violations
Palmyra Waterworks
1,756 people
D 1 violation
Osseo Waterworks
1,701 people
0 violations
Cameron Waterworks
1,787 people
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3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $800
Water Filtration $400
PFAS Treatment $167
Total Estimated Cost $2,567

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,567 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Whiting Waterworks (EPA ID: WI7500136) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 1,743 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0012 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.

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 Whiting Waterworks (WI7500136) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Whiting Waterworks water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Whiting Waterworks in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Whiting Waterworks serve?

Whiting Waterworks serves approximately 1,743 people across 3 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Whiting Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Whiting Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Whiting Waterworks serve?
Whiting Waterworks serves approximately 1,743 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Whiting Waterworks's water source?
Whiting Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Whiting Waterworks's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0012 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Whiting Waterworks's service area?
The Whiting Waterworks service area has a median household income of $82,255. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Whiting Waterworks get its water?
Whiting 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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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