Water Quality in Racine, WI (53182)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 53182.
Active Health Violations
4 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 84% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,821
Population
25
Water Systems
29
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (25)
Racine Waterworks
Kenosha Water Utility
Caledonia Water Utility - Village Of
1 health-basedUnion Grove Waterworks
1 health-basedYorkville Utility Dist 1
All resolvedSouthern Wisconsin Center
1 health-basedYorkville School
All resolvedTrinity Evangelical Lutheran
Great Lakes Dragaway
Tin Can Roadhouse
Country Rose Bakery
Yorkville United Methodist Church
Martin Ford
Yorkville School District Concession Stand
The Tin Cup
Roger Palmen Chevrolet Inc
Dbp Petroleum C Llc
Moerke Display
All resolvedDover Food Mart
Michaels On The Lake
Paris Motel
Bobs
Stumble Inn
1 health-basedIves Grove Methodist Church Private Home
American Roller Co Llc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Sep 2025
How Does This Compare?
Racine (53182) has more violations than 84% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 29.
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
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.