Water Quality in CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI (54729)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 54729.

222

Total Violations

31

Health-Based

191

Monitoring / Reporting

215

Resolved

What does this mean?

215 of 222 violations have been resolved. 31 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 191 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: 161 Population served: 33,095

Violations Detail (222 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ADec 18, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ADec 18, 2024ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ActiveN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHealth-BasedN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(2)

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

2024(23)

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Active

Public Notice

75

Dec 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 18Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

Public Notice

75

Oct 16Active

Public Notice

75

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

Public Notice

75

Oct 16Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 10Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

65

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

65

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

65

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

65

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

May 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

May 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

May 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

May 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

CHIPPEWA FALLS (54729) has 222 recorded violations, including 31 health-based. 7 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

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

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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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