Water Quality in Wausau, WI (54411)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 54411.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 4 monitoring/reporting violations.
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.
5,028
Population
23
Water Systems
5
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (23)
Wausau Waterworks
Athens Waterworks
All resolvedStoney Acres
St Thomas Catholic Church
Maple Grove Charter School
1 health-basedMiltrim Farms Inc
All resolvedPagels Pub & Grub
Skylite Supper Club
Milan Community Center
Augies Place
Bethlehem Lutheran Church
Tnt Saloon
Zunkers Bar
Balz Inn
Pams Sunshine Inn
M & J Bar
Athens Co Park
Eddies Bar
Pat & Garys Owl Club
St Paul Lutheran Naugart
Beaver Creek Country Store
Pioneer Bar
St Johns Lutheran Church
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Sep 2025
How Does This Compare?
Wausau (54411) 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
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.