Water System Report WI

Plover Waterworks

EPA ID: WI7500726 ยท 13,486 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Plover Waterworks (WI7500726): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA monitoring data for Plover Waterworks shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 13,486 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

Data: EPA SDWIS

13,486
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0038 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$218K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$81,232
Median Household Income
53,286
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
43th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Plover Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $81,232 and an estimated 53,286 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% 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

Plover 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
48th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
25th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

46 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 68% 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

Shorewood Waterworks
13,535 people
0 violations
1 violation
Stoughton Waterworks
13,078 people
C 0 violations
Allouez Waterworks
13,923 people
2 violations
1 violation

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 $600
Water Filtration $300
PFAS Treatment $125
Total Estimated Cost $2,225

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 $2,225 (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

Plover Waterworks (EPA ID: WI7500726) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 13,486 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 3 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
0.0038 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 1 (High 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 Plover Waterworks (WI7500726) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Plover Waterworks water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Plover 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 Plover Waterworks serve?

Plover Waterworks serves approximately 13,486 people across 4 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Plover Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
174
Detections
2
Latest sample
3/11/2024
Highest analyte
PFBA: 7.5 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 7.5 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Plover Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Plover Waterworks serve?
Plover Waterworks serves approximately 13,486 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Plover Waterworks's water source?
Plover Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Plover Waterworks's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0038 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Plover Waterworks's service area?
The Plover Waterworks service area has a median household income of $81,232. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Plover Waterworks get its water?
Plover 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Plover Waterworks, WI: Serves 13K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wi7500726/
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