Water Quality in Madison, WI (53516)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 53516.
Active Health Violations
2 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 65% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,238
Population
18
Water Systems
9
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
Madison Water Utility
1 health-basedBlanchardville Waterworks
Wi Dnr Yellowstone Campground
Wi Dnr Yellowstone New Shower Building
Wi Dnr Cadiz Springs West Picnic
Wi Dnr Yellowstone East Fts Well
1 health-basedWi Dnr Belmont Mound
Yellowstone Golf Course
Yellowstone Lake Chalet
Wi Dnr Yellowstone Dairy Restaurant
Lafayette Dairy Sale
Cork Down Saloon And Campground
Wi Dnr Yellowstone Main Use Area
Wi Dnr Yellowstone Office
All resolvedWi Dnr Yellowstone Below Dam
All resolvedYankee Hollow Cmpgd
York Memorial Lutheran
St Michaels Catholic Church
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2023
How Does This Compare?
Madison (53516) has more violations than 65% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 9.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.