Water System Report WI

Drummond Sanitary District

EPA ID: WI8040129 · 250 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Drummond Sanitary District has stayed completely violation-free for its 250 residents.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
250
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00125 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$205K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Drummond Sanitary District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$71,250
Median Household Income
3,918
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Drummond Sanitary District serves a community with a median household income of $71,250 and an estimated 3,918 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% 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

Drummond Sanitary District'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in Bayfield 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

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,050
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,450

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

DRUMMOND SANITARY DISTRICT (EPA ID: WI8040129) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 250 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

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
54832 0.00125 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate 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 Drummond Sanitary District (WI8040129) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drummond Sanitary District water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Drummond Sanitary District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Drummond Sanitary District serve?

Drummond Sanitary District serves approximately 250 people across 4 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Drummond Sanitary District 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
166
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: 500
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 Drummond Sanitary District safe to drink?
Drummond Sanitary District 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?
Drummond Sanitary District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Drummond Sanitary District serve?
Drummond Sanitary District serves approximately 250 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Drummond Sanitary District's water source?
Drummond Sanitary District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Drummond Sanitary District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00125 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Drummond Sanitary District's service area?
The Drummond Sanitary District service area has a median household income of $71,250. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Drummond Sanitary District get its water?
Drummond Sanitary District'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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