Water Quality in RACINE, WI (53406)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 53406.
120
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
120
Monitoring / Reporting
107
Resolved
What does this mean?
107 of 120 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 120 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (120 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Aug 13, 2024 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Aug 13, 2024 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Aug 13, 2024 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 4, 2024 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 4, 2024 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 4, 2024 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2024 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(19)
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2023(100)
BHC-GAMMA
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
2,4-D
03
2,4-D
03
Carbofuran
03
Carbofuran
03
Carbofuran
03
Carbofuran
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
Methoxychlor
03
Methoxychlor
03
Methoxychlor
03
Methoxychlor
03
Atrazine
03
Atrazine
03
Atrazine
03
Atrazine
03
Toxaphene
03
Toxaphene
03
Toxaphene
03
Toxaphene
03
Dalapon
03
Dalapon
03
Dalapon
03
Dalapon
03
Endothall
03
Endothall
03
Endothall
03
Endothall
03
Glyphosate
03
Glyphosate
03
Glyphosate
03
Glyphosate
03
OXAMYL
03
OXAMYL
03
OXAMYL
03
OXAMYL
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
Picloram
03
Picloram
03
Picloram
03
Picloram
03
Dinoseb
03
Dinoseb
03
Dinoseb
03
Dinoseb
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
2,4,5-TP
03
2,4,5-TP
03
2,4,5-TP
03
2,4,5-TP
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Endrin
03
Endrin
03
Endrin
03
Endrin
03
Chlordane
03
Chlordane
03
Chlordane
03
Chlordane
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
2,4-D
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
Diquat
03
Diquat
03
Diquat
03
Diquat
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
2,4-D
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
RACINE (53406) has 120 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 13 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.