Water Quality in Wausau, WI (54473)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 54473.
Past Health-Based Violations
5 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 2 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 60% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,472
Population
35
Water Systems
7
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (35)
Wausau Waterworks
Stevens Point Waterworks
All resolvedRosholt Elem School
Rosholt High School
St Adalbert Catholic Church
4 health-basedWi Lions Camp 4 Rec Shelter
Wi Lions Camp Memorial Building
Wi Lions Camp
Kozy Yak
Wi Lions Camp 3 Boys Bathhouse
North New Hope Luth Church
Shanty Town Tavern
St Adalbert School
Windy City Tap
Rosholt Branch Library
Pan A Live Pizza
Refuah
All resolvedOmega Family Restaurant
Wi Lions Camp - Boys New Well
Wigwam Inn
Garys Tap & Grill
Peg Leg'S Flambeau
Tomeks Ii
Red Eagle Bar
Country Canteen
Faith Lutheran Church
Merryland Ballroom
Jim & Margs Knight Cap
Bootleggers
Bullpen The
1 health-basedDollar Bills
Wi Lions Camp 5 Hp Birches Cmpgd
Lake Helen Pub & Grill
Flume Creek Bar & Grill
Galloway Community Center
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Sep 2025
How Does This Compare?
Wausau (54473) has more violations than 60% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 7.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.