Water Quality in LAKEWOOD, WI (54138)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 54138.

125

Total Violations

0

Health-Based

125

Monitoring / Reporting

105

Resolved

What does this mean?

105 of 125 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 125 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.

Water systems: 67 Population served: 2,865

Violations Detail (125 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AOct 4, 2024ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AOct 4, 2024ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AOct 4, 2024ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AOct 4, 2024ActiveN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 5, 2024ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 5, 2024ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 5, 2024ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations

Violation Timeline

2025(3)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

2024(13)

E. COLI

34

Oct 4Resolved

E. COLI

34

Oct 4Resolved

E. COLI

34

Oct 4Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 4Active

E. COLI

34

Jul 5Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 5Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 5Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 5Active

Public Notice

75

Jun 30Active

Public Notice

75

Jun 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

LAKEWOOD (54138) has 125 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 20 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

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.

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