Water Quality in Merrimac, WI (53561)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 53561.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 43% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,872
Population
18
Water Systems
3
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
Devils Head Resort
Merrimac Waterworks
1 health-basedDevils Head Resort Highrise
Merry Macs Camp N - Store
Merry Macs Camp N Campground Well 2
Merry Macs Camp N Campground Wells
Merry Macs Camp N - Pool
Summer Oaks Condo Assoc
Merry Macs Camp N Expansion Well
Don Larson Chevrolet Buick Gmc
Red Barn Camping Maintenance
Charlies Lakeside Country Store
Merrimac Estates Mhp
All resolvedRed Barn Camping
Devils Head-Snow Making Well
Brianwood Condominiums
Glacier Ridge Condominiums
Moon Valley Resort Old Well
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Merrimac (53561) has more violations than 43% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 3.
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.