Current Noncompliance WI

Hurley Waterworks

EPA ID: WI8260116 ยท 1,515 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Hurley Waterworks (WI8260116): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Compliance tracking for Hurley Waterworks shows 1 pending violation logged in the EPA system - the supplier delivers water to approximately 1,515 residents while those findings remain open.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,515
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00031 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
4
Contaminants Flagged
$107K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$65,417
Median Household Income
3,559
Service Area Population
33%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
81%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hurley Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $65,417 and an estimated 3,559 residents across its service area. Approximately 81% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 33% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Hurley 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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

76 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Hurley Waterworks compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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Cleveland Waterworks
1,524 people
2 violations
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1,500 people
1 violation
Eagle River Waterworks
1,530 people
3 violations
0 violations
Black Earth Waterworks
1,493 people
2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $500

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 $500 (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

Hurley Waterworks (EPA ID: WI8260116) is a community water system in Wisconsin that serves approximately 1,515 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 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: 3 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 Non-health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
April 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
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
0.00031 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 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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

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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 Hurley Waterworks (WI8260116) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hurley 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 Hurley Waterworks serve?

Hurley Waterworks serves approximately 1,515 people across 3 ZIP codes in Wisconsin.

Where does Hurley Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Hurley Waterworks's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), 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 4 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 Hurley Waterworks serve?
Hurley Waterworks serves approximately 1,515 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Hurley Waterworks's water source?
Hurley Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hurley Waterworks's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00031 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hurley Waterworks's service area?
The Hurley Waterworks service area has a median household income of $65,417. EPA EJScreen data classifies 33% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Hurley Waterworks get its water?
Hurley 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.). Hurley Waterworks (WI): 4 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wi8260116/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Hurley Waterworks (EPA ID: WI8260116) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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