Water Quality in Wausau, WI (54412)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 54412.
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 36% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,122
Population
24
Water Systems
2
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (24)
Wausau Waterworks
Wis Rapids Water Works & Lighting Comm
Marshfield Utilities
St Marys Catholic Church
Auburndale High School
Auburndale Elementary School
St Johns Lutheran Church
Wiskerchen Cheese Llc
1 health-basedSt Marys School & Church
Betty & Sandys Cafe
Auburndale Service
Badger Motors
Tomahawk Campground & Rv Park
Rock Inn Bar
Auburndale Village Park
Westside Service
Laundromat
Auburndale Village Park
C J Rangeline
Hideaway Bar & Grill
Kizzy And Sues Bar & Grill
Arpin Junior High School
Stacys Cafe
We Re Not Sure Bar
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)
Within limitSampled: Sep 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jun 2022
How Does This Compare?
Wausau (54412) has more violations than 36% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 2.
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.