Water Quality in Watertown, WI (53156)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 53156.
Past Health-Based Violations
7 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 11 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 77% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,232
Population
12
Water Systems
18
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (12)
Watertown Waterworks
All resolvedPalmyra Waterworks
All resolvedEdge Of Town Cafe
Sp Park At Palmyra Eagle Hs
Circle K Campground
Rushing Waters Fisheries, Inc - Retail Store
Dean Kincaid Inc Packing Sheds
7 health-basedDean Kincaid Inc Farm Camp 281
Pleasant Valley Methodist
Richard Gumz Farms Camp 285
R S Kincaid Farm Camp 282
Siloam United Methodist Church
Contaminants Found
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jun 2024
How Does This Compare?
Watertown (53156) has more violations than 77% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 18.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.