Water Quality in Madison, WI (53716)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 53716.
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 53% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
18,596
Population
18
Water Systems
5
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
Madison Water Utility
1 health-basedMonona Waterworks
Hope Cottage Grove Cemetery - Driven Pt
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints - Wales
Three Angels Christian Schl & Madison Seventh Day Adventist
Cash & Olives Pub
Lake Roesiger Store
Church Of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints Elkhorn
Rancho Los Girasoles
Aldo Leopold Nature Center
Klinke Cleaners
Hope Cottage Grove Cemetery - Driven Pt
Lake Of The Dells Cmpng Resort 1
Agrigenetics
Security Marine Bank
Pirates Cove Mobile Home Community
1 health-basedHappy Hollow Resort & Marina
Lake Of The Dells Cmpng Resort 2
Contaminants Found
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)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2024
How Does This Compare?
Madison (53716) has more violations than 53% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 5.
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.