Water Quality in PLATTEVILLE, WI (53818)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 53818.
20
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
20
Monitoring / Reporting
20
Resolved
What does this mean?
20 of 20 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 20 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 (20 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Sep 16, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Sep 16, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Sep 16, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Sep 16, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(4)
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
2023(16)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Public Notice
76
Public Notice
76
Nitrate
04
Nitrate
04
Nitrate
04
Nitrate
04
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
How Does This Compare?
PLATTEVILLE (53818) has 20 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
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.